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Scallion Pancakes

Cultural Context

Scallion pancakes, or Cong You Bing, have their roots in Chinese cuisine, traditionally served as a street food or snack. They are known for their flaky, crispy texture and savory flavor, making them a popular choice in various regions of China. Today, scallion pancakes are enjoyed worldwide, often found in Chinese restaurants and adapted with different fillings and dips.

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45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 bunch Green Onions, finely chopped
1/8 tsp Dried Yeast
200 ml Warm Water
300 g All-purpose Flour
15 ml Vegetable Oil
1 tsp Salt
40 g All-purpose Flour
1 tsp Black Pepper
50 g Vegetable Oil

all-purpose flour

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: whole wheat flour

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while bread flour can enhance texture.

vegetable oil

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: avocado oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers healthy fats, while canola is more economical.

scallions

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: chives

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: green onions

Chives provide a similar flavor with fewer calories.

sesame oil

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: toasted sunflower oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: peanut oil

Sunflower oil is lighter, while peanut oil is budget-friendly.

1

In a measurement cup, mix together Dried Yeast and Warm Water.

2

In a large mixing bowl, add in All-purpose Flour and Salt. Gently mix well. Then gradually pour in the yeast water mixture. Use a spatula to mix well. Then add in the Vegetable Oil. Mix well again.

3

Knead the dough for about 5 minutes. Cover the dough with a lid or plastic wrap and rest for 15 minutes.

4

Knead the dough again until the surface is smooth. Shape the dough into a long piece. Cut it into 6 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball. Then cover with plastic wrap and rest for 1 hour.

5

Prepare the Oil mixture. In a bowl, mix together All-purpose Flour, Black Pepper, and Vegetable Oil. Set aside.

6

Prepare a bunch of Green Onions. Chop the Green Onions finely.

7

Roll each piece into a thin sheet. Try to roll it into a round shape. Brush with some Oil mixture. Spread some Green Onions evenly on top. Cut one side of the dough and roll it from one side to another (refer to video).

8

Shape the dough mixture into a ball. Repeat the same procedure with other 5 pieces. Cover them with plastic wrap and rest for another 15 minutes.

9

Use your rolling pin to roll the pancake dough into a round sheet. It does not have to be perfectly round.

10

In a frying pan, add some Vegetable Oil, on medium heat. Fry the pancake for about 3 minutes on each side until nicely golden brown. Fry each pancake separately.

11

Transfer to a plate. Ready to enjoy!

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

glutensesame

Also Known As

Cong You BingGreen Onion Pancakes

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