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Scallion Pancake Recipe: A Step-by-Step Guide

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

Ingredients:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour

- ¾ cup warm water

- ½ tsp salt

- 3 tbsp cooking oil, divided

- ½ cup finely chopped scallions

Steps:

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

2. Prepare the filling: Chop scallions and mix with 1 tbsp oil.

3. Shape the pancake: Divide dough into 4 balls. Roll one into a thin rectangle, brush with 1 tsp oil, and sprinkle scallion mixture. Roll it into a log, coil it, and flatten into a disk.

4. Cook the pancake: Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add 1 tbsp oil, place the pancake, and cook for 3 minutes until golden. Flip, add another 1 tsp oil, and cook for 2 minutes more until crispy.

5. Serve: Tear into strips and enjoy hot with soy sauce or chili dip.

Tips: For extra flakiness, repeat the rolling and coiling step twice. Adjust scallion quantity to taste. These pancakes are best fresh but can be reheated in a toaster for crispiness. Enjoy this flavorful, homemade treat!