Chili Pepper Pancakes

Chili Pepper Pancakes are a delicious twist on traditional Korean pancakes, combining the heat of chili peppers with a soft, fluffy texture. Perfect as a savory breakfast or snack, these pancakes are both satisfying and flavorful.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 100 grams
• Cornstarch - 30 grams
• Baking powder - 5 grams
• Salt - 2 grams
• Water - 200 milliliters
• Chili peppers (finely chopped) - 30 grams
• Green onions (sliced) - 30 grams
• Carrot (grated) - 50 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Vegetable oil - for frying

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
2. In another bowl, whisk together the water and egg until well combined.
3. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
4. Fold in the chopped chili peppers, sliced green onions, and grated carrot into the batter.
5. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of vegetable oil.
6. Pour a ladleful of the batter onto the skillet and spread it out slightly to form a pancake.
7. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
8. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil as necessary.
9. Serve warm, optionally with a dipping sauce of soy sauce and vinegar.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from vegetables.
• Chili peppers can boost metabolism and enhance flavor without extra calories.

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