Craving a delectable and versatile dish that tantalizes your taste buds? Look no further than scallion pancakes, a beloved culinary creation with origins in Chinese cuisine. These savory pancakes, also known as cong you bing, are renowned for their crispy exterior, tender interior, and bursting scallion flavor. In this comprehensive guide, we'll embark on a culinary journey, exploring two enticing variations of scallion pancakes: the classic cong you bing and a delectable vegan alternative. Get ready to indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors and textures that these scallion delights have to offer. So, let's dive in and discover the secrets behind crafting these irresistible treats!
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CHINESE SCALLION PANCAKES
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.
Provided by Mei
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Time 1h45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 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 Facts : Calories 365.9 calories, Carbohydrate 51.8 g, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 1756.6 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
EASY SHORTCUT SCALLION PANCAKES
An easy scallion pancake recipe with just 4 ingredients and 20 minutes of prep. Freezer-friendly & just as good as our traditional scallion pancake recipes!
Provided by Judy
Categories Appetizer
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Take the dumpling wrappers out of the refrigerator, and let them warm up a bit (they don't necessarily have to be at room temperature, but they shouldn't be cold). Wash the scallions and pat them thoroughly dry with a clean kitchen towel. Slice the scallions in half lengthwise and finely chop them.
- Prepare a small dish of salt and a dish of oil, along with a pastry brush.
- On a clean work surface, take a dumpling wrapper, brush it with a thin layer of oil, and lightly sprinkle with salt. Then cover with a layer of scallions. Top it with another dumpling wrapper, and lightly press it down. Repeat the process until you have 4-7 layers of dumpling wrappers.
- Use a rolling pin to roll the layered dumpling skins into a pancake--however thick or thin you like. Rotate the scallion pancake as you roll to get a perfect round shape.
- Heat a flat-bottomed non-stick or cast iron pan over medium heat. Spread 1 tablespoon oil around in the pan, and add the scallion pancake. Cook each side until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. (Avoid using high heat, as it will burn the pancake without cooking it through).
- If the pan looks dry after flipping the pancake, you can add another tablespoon of oil.
- Enjoy these plain or with a dipping sauce! We've found that they go great with our dumpling dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Sodium 717 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
EASY SCALLION PANCAKES
A nice change from sweet pancakes. They accompany savory dishes nicely.
Provided by linda
Categories 100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes Vegetarian
Time 13m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine milk, flour, egg, scallions, water, baking powder, salt, and ground ginger in a bowl. Mix until batter is smooth.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Pour batter into the skillet to make 4 pancakes. Cook until bubbly, about 2 minutes. Flip and cook until desired brownness is reached, about 1 minute more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.3 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Cholesterol 50.2 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 451.6 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
FAST SCALLION PANCAKES
This isn't the dense scallion pancake you see served in Chinese restaurants, which is made with what amounts to bread dough. But this recipe is inspired by that pancake. Made with a simplified, scallion-laden batter, it is a fork-tender pancake reminiscent of a vegetable fritter. The flavor is great, and the preparation time is about 20 minutes, an improvement on the hours you'd need to let typical scallion pancake dough rise. They are good not only as a side dish, but also as a platform for stews and juicy roasts - place a couple on a plate and spoon the stew on top. And although I still associate them with Asian-flavor dishes, omitting the optional soy sauce makes them a perfect accompaniment to braised foods that use European seasonings. (If you omit the soy sauce, also feel free to use any vegetable oil, or even good olive oil.) The same formula can be used to make pancakes with other members of the onion family, especially shallots and spring onions.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories breakfast, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil while you trim the scallions. Roughly chop three bunches, and mince the fourth.
- Add the larger portion of scallions to the water, and cook about 5 minutes, or until tender. Drain, reserving about 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid. Puree the cooked scallions in a blender, adding just enough of the cooking liquid to allow the machine to do its work.
- Mix the puree with the egg and soy, then gently stir in the flour until blended. Add pepper to taste, then the reserved minced scallions. Film a nonstick or well-seasoned skillet with oil, and turn the heat to medium-high. Drop the batter into the pan by the tablespoon or quarter cup, and cook about 2 minutes to a side, or until lightly browned. If necessary, the pancakes can be kept warm in a 200-degree oven for about 30 minutes.
CHINESE SCALLION PANCAKES
Unlike true pancakes, "Cong You Bing" (or Chinese scallion pancakes) are made from a dough instead of a batter. The tasty appetizers are the perfect "sponge" for mopping up extra sauce and can be made ahead of time for convenience. Just wrap a green onion pancake in foil and reheat in the oven. -Jenni Sharp, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield 8 pancakes (1/4 cup sauce).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place flour in a large bowl; stir in boiling water until dough forms a ball. Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 4-6 minutes. Place in a large bowl; cover and let rest for 30 minutes., Divide dough into 8 portions; roll each portion into an 8-in. circle. Brush with 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil; sprinkle with 1 heaping tablespoon of green onion and 1/8 teaspoon salt. Roll into a thin cylinder (jelly-roll style); starting at one end, twist cylinder onto itself forming a coil, pinching to seal. Flatten slightly. Roll each coil to 1/8-in. thickness., In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon canola oil. Over medium-high heat, cook 1 pancake at a time until golden brown, 2-3 minutes on each side., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine sauce ingredients. Serve with pancakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 333 calories, Fat 17g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 534mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
Tips:
- For the best results, use fresh scallions. If you only have dried scallions on hand, use half the amount specified in the recipe.
- Be sure to thinly slice the scallions. This will help them to cook evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the scallion pancakes. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
- Cook the scallion pancakes over medium heat. This will help them to cook through without burning.
- Flip the scallion pancakes frequently. This will help them to cook evenly.
- Serve the scallion pancakes immediately. They are best when hot and fresh.
Conclusion:
Scallion pancakes are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for any occasion, from casual get-togethers to formal parties. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give scallion pancakes a try. You won't be disappointed!
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