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Scallion Pancakes

Flaky, crispy pan-fried flatbread with layers of scallion oil — a beloved Chinese street snack.

Ingredients

  • 300 g all-purpose flour
  • 180 ml boiling water
  • 6 stalks scallions
  • 3 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 4 tbsp vegetable oil

Steps

  1. Mix the flour with boiling water until a shaggy dough forms.
  2. Knead 8 minutes until smooth.
  3. Rest covered 30 minutes.
  4. Roll the dough into thin rectangles.
  5. Brush with sesame oil and sprinkle chopped scallions and salt.
  6. Roll into tight spirals, then flatten into discs.
  7. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat to 170°C.
  8. Fry each pancake 3 minutes per side until golden and flaky.
  9. Drain on paper towels.
  10. Cut into wedges and serve immediately with black vinegar dipping sauce.

≈ 280 kcal · 6 g protein · 38 g carbs · 12 g fat — per serving, estimate

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