Baechujeon (Korean Cabbage Pancakes)

Baechujeon (배추전) is a traditional Korean pancake made with napa cabbage. The sweet, tender leaves are lightly coated in batter and pan-fried until crisp around the edges. What sets this version apart is the addition of nutty perilla oil and savory saeujeot, which bring depth and balance while allowing the natural flavor of the cabbage to remain at the center. Simple and understated, it is a dish built on a few carefully chosen ingredients. Why You’ll Love This Recipe A gentle, balanced flavor. Sweet napa cabbage, nutty perilla oil, and savory saeujeot complement one another without any one flavor overpowering the rest. A light, delicate batter. Just enough batter coats each cabbage leaf, allowing its natural sweetness and texture to shine through. A satisfying contrast in texture. Crisp, golden edges give way to tender, juicy napa cabbage. Versatile and easy to serve. Enjoy it as a snack, side dish, or as part of a Korean meal. Ingredients Cabbage 12 medium napa cabbage leaves (350 to 450 g / 12.3 to 15.9 oz) 1 Tbsp fine sea salt 2 cups warm water Batter 1/2 cup Korean pancake mix (buchim garu), 70 g (2.5 oz) 1/2 cup tempura mix, 70 g (2.5 oz) 3/4 cup + 2 Tbsp cold water 1/2 tsp sa...