South Korean Dish

Bindaetteok

빈대떡

Also known as: bindaetteog, mung bean pancake, nokdu bindaetteok, Korean mung bean pancake

What is Bindaetteok?

Thick, savory pancakes made from ground mung beans, typically mixed with kimchi, bean sprouts, and ground pork. A popular street food fried in shallow oil until crispy on the outside.

Typical Ingredients

mung beans
kimchi
bean sprouts
pork
scallions
garlic
glutinous rice
oil

Allergen Information

Always confirm with restaurant staff before ordering.

Soy
Often Present
Fish
Sometimes Present
Gluten
Sometimes Present
Sesame
Sometimes Present
Shellfish
Sometimes Present

Mung bean base is naturally gluten-free, but some versions add flour. Kimchi may contain fish sauce/shrimp paste. Soy-based dipping sauce.

Safer Variations

Allergen-friendly alternatives to ask for.

Ask for a version without kimchi to avoid hidden fish/shellfish

Questions to Ask Staff

Important questions to confirm with restaurant staff.

Is wheat flour added to the batter?
Does the kimchi contain fish sauce?

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Good for These Diets

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Important Disclaimer

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