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Global Street Food Flavors

Global Street Food Flavors

Krysta
A beloved Chinese street food, these savory and flaky pancakes are made from a simple dough layered with fragrant scallions and fried until golden and crispy.
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Calories 275 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil plus more for frying
  • 1 cup scallions finely chopped

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Gradually add the boiling water, stirring with chopsticks until a shaggy dough forms. Add the cold water and knead for 5-7 minutes on a lightly floured surface until the dough is smooth and elastic. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  • Divide the rested dough into 4 equal pieces. Take one piece and, on a lightly floured surface, roll it out into a thin rectangle (approximately 8x12 inches).
  • Brush the entire surface of the rolled-out dough with a thin layer of vegetable oil and sprinkle generously with about 1/4 cup of the chopped scallions.
  • Roll the dough tightly from one long side to the other, creating a log. Then, coil this log into a tight spiral shape, tucking the end underneath.
  • Gently flatten the spiral with your palm, then use a rolling pin to roll it out into a flat, round pancake about 6-8 inches in diameter. Repeat this process with the remaining dough pieces.
  • Heat 1-2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, carefully place one or two pancakes (depending on pan size) in the skillet.
  • Fry the pancakes for 3-5 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown, crispy, and cooked through. Add more oil as needed between batches.
  • Remove the cooked pancakes and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Serve these pancakes warm with a dipping sauce made from soy sauce, black vinegar, and a dash of sesame oil. For extra flakiness, try adding a pinch of five-spice powder to the flour before adding water. Don't overcrowd the pan while frying to ensure even crisping.
Keyword Chinese, pancake, scallion, street food, vegetarian, snack, appetizer, savory