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Crispy Chinese scallion pancakes stacked on a plate with scallion garnish and dipping sauce
Alyssa

Crispy Chinese Scallion Pancakes

Crispy Chinese Scallion Pancakes are a quick and easy homemade snack featuring golden, flaky layers with a perfectly crispy exterior and chewy interior. Ideal for breakfast, lunch, or anytime cravings, these savory pancakes are customizable and quick to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil (for brushing layers)
  • 3-4 pieces scallions (finely chopped)
  • to taste pinch of salt (for sprinkling)
  • 2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil (for pan-frying)

Equipment

  • 1 Nonstick Skillet (for cooking)
  • 1 Rolling Pin (for rolling dough)

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, mix the flour with boiling water using chopsticks or a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms. Knead on a floured surface until smooth and elastic. Cover and let it rest for 20 minutes.
    3/4 cup boiling water, 1/2 teaspoon salt
  2. Divide the dough and roll one portion into a thin rectangle. Brush with sesame oil, sprinkle with scallions and salt, roll into a cylinder, then coil and flatten into a pancake.
    3-4 pieces scallions, to taste pinch of salt
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the pancake until golden and crispy, about 2-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
    2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil

Notes

These pancakes are customizable; feel free to add different herbs or spices for variation.