Sweet Potato and Kimchi Pancakes Recipe | Epicurious

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Latkes for Hanukkah made with kimchi and sweet potato.

Photo by John Kernick

In Korean kitchens, spicy kimchi is used in all sorts of things, including savory pancakes. This recipe tempers its garlicky heat with mellow sweet potatoes.

Cooks note:

Pancakes can be fried 2 weeks ahead, then cooled and frozen. Reheat unthawed pancakes in a 375°F oven.

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