Chinese Scallion Pancakes

Description Scallion pancakes are a popular dish in China, and available from restaurants and street vendors. There are many different regional variations. My version is Shanghai-style and is my grandmother’s recipe. These can be frozen after step 3, and thawed and finished cooking when ready to eat. Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon salt, … Read more

Traditional Chinese Scallion Pancakes

Description This is a traditional Chinese scallion pancake. Usually eaten as a appetizer. It’s easy to make! Ingredients ½ cup warm water 1 teaspoon white sugar 1 teaspoon yeast 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour, divided ½ cup hot water 2 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil, divided, or as needed 1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, or … Read more

Chef John’s Chinese Scallion Pancakes

Description These fun-to-make flatbreads are a common fixture on menus in China, and while they all feature the same few ingredients, they come in a variety of thicknesses. The thinner you make these, the crispier they’ll be, but you won’t get that nice, layered, oniony inside. On the other hand, if you make them too … Read more