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Scallion Pancake Recipe Guide

Scallion pancakes, a beloved Chinese street food, are crispy, flaky, and bursting with savory flavor. Here’s a simple guide to making them at home.

Ingredients: All-purpose flour (2 cups), warm water (¾ cup), salt (½ tsp), cooking oil (2 tbsp), fresh scallions (1 bunch, finely chopped), sesame oil (1 tbsp), vegetable oil (for frying).

Steps:

1. Make the dough: In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Gradually add warm water, kneading into a smooth dough. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.

2. Prepare the filling: Chop scallions and mix with sesame oil.

3. Shape the pancake: Roll the dough into a rectangle, brush with oil, and spread scallions evenly. Roll it into a log, coil it, and press into a flat disk.

4. Cook: Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook the pancake for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Press gently with a spatula for even crispiness.

Tips: For flakier layers, roll the dough thinner and fold it multiple times. Serve hot with soy sauce or chili sauce. Enjoy this crispy, savory treat!