Mung Bean Pancakes

Bindae-tteok is a savory Korean pancake made from a batter of ground mung beans and rice, often mixed with vegetables like kimchi, scallions, and sometimes pork or seafood. It's a popular street food and home-cooked dish, especially enjoyed during holidays or as a crispy, hearty snack. The name literally means 'mung bean pancake,' reflecting its primary ingredient.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Bindae-tteok is relatively high in carbohydrates from the mung beans and rice, with moderate protein from the beans and any added meat or seafood. It provides fiber, B vitamins, and minerals like iron and magnesium, with a typical serving (one medium pancake) containing roughly 200-300 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	210 kcal
Protein	8.5 g
Carbs	25 g
Fat	8 g
Fiber	4.5 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	380 mg
Iron	2.1 mg
Potassium	320 mg
Magnesium	55 mg
Phosphorus	130 mg
Folate	75 mcg
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)	0.2 mg
Zinc	1.1 mg
Manganese	0.8 mg

Per 1 pancake (approx. 100 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, bindae-tteok is a beloved comfort food in Korea, often associated with communal cooking and street food culture, where it's fried fresh and served hot. Nutritionally, mung beans are a good plant-based protein source and are known for their cooling properties in traditional Korean medicine, making this dish both satisfying and balanced.