Description
Crispy Vegetable Pancakes with Asian Dipping Sauce are a vibrant and flavorful dish that everyone will love. These delightful pancakes combine fresh, colorful vegetables, creating a satisfying snack or appetizer perfect for any occasion. The crispy exterior and savory filling make them an irresistible choice, while the tangy Asian dipping sauce adds an extra layer of flavor. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, these pancakes are great for gatherings or as a light meal at home. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a family dinner, these veggie-packed delights will surely impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup chopped scallions
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced bell peppers (any color)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or rice flour for gluten-free)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (for dipping sauce)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger (for dipping sauce)
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes or sriracha (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix shredded cabbage, carrots, scallions, bell peppers, minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, flour, water, soy sauce, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the batter over the veggies and stir to coat evenly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Scoop 1/4 cup of the mixture into the pan for each pancake; flatten slightly.
- Cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm with the dipping sauce made from soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey/maple syrup, grated ginger, and optional chili flakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pancake (45g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg