Chinese Scallion Pancakes Recipe
Learn how to make traditional Chinese Scallion Pancakes, a savory and crispy flatbread filled with fresh scallions that makes for a perfect snack or appetizer.
Equipment
- 1 Rolling Pin For rolling out the dough
- 1 Skillet For frying the pancakes
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Boiling water As needed
- 4 tbsp Vegetable oil Divided
- 1 bunch Scallions Finely chopped
- to taste Salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine flour and salt. Gradually add boiling water and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Divide the dough into 4 pieces. Roll each piece into a thin circle.
- Brush a thin layer of oil over the dough, sprinkle with scallions and a pinch of salt.
- Roll the dough into a log, then coil it into a spiral. Flatten it into a pancake using a rolling pin.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat, add 1 tbsp oil, and cook each pancake until golden brown on both sides.
- Serve hot with dipping sauce.
Notes
For an extra crispy texture, press the pancakes gently with a spatula while frying.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 1.7mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 0.3mg
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