🥟 Chinese Scallion Pancakes

Description

Crispy on the outside and chewy inside, these scallion pancakes are a beloved street food from China. Perfect as a savory snack, side dish, or part of a dim sum spread.

Ingredients

• 🌾 300 g all-purpose flour (2½ cups)
• 💧 180 ml hot water (¾ cup)
• 🧂 1 tsp salt (5 g)
• 🌱 4 scallions (spring onions), finely chopped
• 🛢️ 30 ml sesame oil (2 tbsp)
• 🛢️ Vegetable oil for frying

Preparation

1. 1️⃣ In a large bowl, combine 🌾 flour and 🧂 salt. Slowly pour in 💧 hot water, stirring until a dough forms.
2. 2️⃣ Knead the dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth. Cover and rest for 30 minutes.
3. 3️⃣ Divide dough into 4 pieces. Roll each into a thin circle.
4. 4️⃣ Brush with 🛢️ sesame oil and sprinkle 🌱 scallions. Roll up tightly, coil into a spiral, then flatten again.
5. 5️⃣ Heat 🛢️ vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry pancakes 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
6. 6️⃣ Cut into wedges and serve hot with soy sauce or chili sauce.

Total Time

⏳ Prep time: 40 min

🔥 Cook time: 15 min

🕒 Total time: 55 min

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