How to Make Chinese Scallion Pancakes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chinese scallion pancakes are a popular and savory snack that are enjoyed all over the world. These crispy, flaky pancakes are made with a simple dough that is filled with chopped scallions and pan-fried until golden brown.

These pancakes are a staple in Chinese cuisine and are often served as an appetizer or side dish. They are incredibly flavorful and have a deliciously crispy texture, making them a favorite among both kids and adults.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon salt, divided
  • ¾ cup boiling water
  • ½ cup cold water, or as needed
  • vegetable oil, or as needed, divided
  • 1 bunch green onions (scallions), minced

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Mix flour and 1 teaspoon salt together in a large bowl; pour in boiling water and quickly mix together until water is absorbed. Work cold water, about 1 tablespoon at a time, into flour mixture just until dough forms. Knead dough for 10 minutes. Cover bowl with a damp cloth and let dough rest for 40 minutes.
  • Turn dough onto a lightly floured work surface; divide into 4 equal pieces.
  • Roll 1 piece of dough into a large thin round; brush the top with vegetable oil and sprinkle with about 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 the green onions. Pick up 1 end of the round and roll dough around green onions into a long scroll-shape. Take 1 scroll end and roll dough into a disk. Repeat with remaining dough, letting each disk rest for 10 minutes.
  • Heat about 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Place 1 disk on a floured surface and roll into a 1/2-inch thick round; cook in the hot oil until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Repeat with remaining disks.
  • Nutrition

    366 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 1757mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 52g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 53mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 223mg