Chinese Scallion Pancakes
Scallion pancakes are crispy and have a rich scallion flavor, making them a popular Chinese snack. They are characterized by a crispy exterior and thin, crunchy layers inside. Many people often go to restaurants to buy and enjoy them. But did you know? The truth is, making scallion pancakes is quite simple. Today, this recipe will show you how to easily make scallion pancakes.
INGREDIENTS
- 300g medium gluten flour
- 60g chopped scallions
- 60g hot water
DIRECTIONS
Prepare all ingredients in advance. Pour 60g of hot water into the flour (the water temperature should be slightly hot), and quickly stir with chopsticks.
Gradually add room temperature water in small amounts, kneading the flour into a dough.
Place the dough on a flat surface for easier handling.
Knead the dough until it becomes relatively smooth, then cover it with plastic wrap and let it rest for 20 minutes.
Tips:
I usually knead the dough in the evening, seal it, and refrigerate it. The next morning, when I use it, I take it out and let it come to room temperature for 20 minutes.
While the dough is resting, prepare the oil dough: pour an appropriate amount of lard into a pan, then add the scallion pieces to the cold oil. Fry over low heat until the scallion pieces are slightly browned.
Place 8g of medium gluten flour into a bowl. Remove the scallion pieces from the pan, then pour the hot oil into the flour. Quickly stir until well combined to make the oil dough.
Roll the rested dough into a long strip.
Divide it into five equal parts.
Further shape each divided dough slightly, as shown in the image.
Roll out each dough into a thin sheet.
Brush with the oil dough, sprinkle with some salt.
Sprinkle with chopped scallions.
Sprinkle with roasted black sesame seeds.
Roll up the dough.
Roll it into a long strip, as shown in the image.
Tips:
You can roll it a little longer if desired.
Coil it into a roll and press it down slightly with your hands.
Roll it out, trying to make it as thin as possible. This will make it crispier when eaten.
Pour an appropriate amount of oil into a pan and heat it over low heat. Once the oil is hot, place the pancake into the pan.
Fry until both sides are golden brown.