Keto Kkaennip Jeon

Keto Kkaennip Jeon is a savory Korean pancake made with perilla leaves, delivering an aromatic flavor while fitting perfectly into a low-carb diet. This delightful snack is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, making it an irresistible treat for anyone on keto.

Ingredients

• Perilla leaves - 10 leaves
• Almond flour - 60 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Green onion - 1 stalk, finely chopped
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons for frying

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, egg, chopped green onion, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to form a batter.
2. Rinse the perilla leaves and pat them dry gently with a paper towel.
3. Dip each perilla leaf into the batter, ensuring both sides are coated.
4. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
5. Fry the coated perilla leaves for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
6. Remove from the pan and place on a paper towel to absorb excess oil.
7. Serve warm, optionally with a dipping sauce of soy sauce mixed with a splash of vinegar.

Nutrition

• Calories: 200
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 186 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from perilla leaves, which support heart health.

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