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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.

ChineseCNside
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
250 grams all-purpose flour
160 grams hot water
lard (or other oil)
flour (for filling)
salt
Sichuan pepper (or five spice)
chopped scallions
oil (for frying)

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

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

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

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

scallions

🥗Healthier: chives

💰Cheaper: green onions

Chives provide a similar flavor with fewer calories.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: toasted sunflower oil

💰Cheaper: peanut oil

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

1

Mix 250 grams of all-purpose flour with 160 grams of hot water.

2

Combine and knead into a rough-looking dough.

3

Cover tightly with cling film and rest for 15 minutes.

4

Knead again until smooth.

5

Rub a little oil over the dough and the work surface.

6

Use a rolling pin to flatten the dough into a thin rectangle.

7

Make a filling with melted lard (or other oil), flour, salt, and Sichuan pepper (or five spice).

8

Spread the filling over the dough.

9

Sprinkle chopped scallions on top.

10

From the shorter side, loosely roll the dough into a rope.

11

Cut the rope into 4 equal parts.

12

Stand up one piece and press it down.

13

Flatten with the rolling pin.

14

Repeat to roll the other pancakes.

15

Heat oil in a frying pan.

16

Put the pancakes into the pan once the oil becomes hot.

17

Cover with a lid and cook over medium heat.

18

Flip over and cover again.

19

When the second side becomes golden, remove the pancakes from the pan.

20

Eat them alone, or with a dipping sauce.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrollingfrying

Equipment Needed

frying pancling filmrolling pin

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutensesame

Also Known As

Cong You BingGreen Onion Pancakes

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