**Five-Spice Chinese Pancakes: A Culinary Journey of Savory Delights**
In the realm of Chinese cuisine, few dishes capture the essence of comfort and versatility like the five-spice Chinese pancake. These savory pancakes, also known as "cong you bing" or "jīng zhōng bǐng", are a cherished delicacy that has tantalized taste buds for centuries. Join us on a culinary adventure as we explore the delightful flavors and diverse recipes of five-spice Chinese pancakes. From the classic scallion pancake to the hearty pork pancake, each variation offers a unique taste experience that will leave you craving more. Get ready to embark on a journey of culinary exploration, as we unveil the secrets behind these delectable creations.
VEGGIE CHINESE PANCAKES
Skip the duck and serve reader Anthea Hawdon's vegetarian pancakes with hoisin sauce, mushrooms and greens
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 25m
Yield Serves 2 as a starter
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat a small frying pan. Add the mushrooms, soy, five-spice, rice wine, sesame oil and sugar. Stir until the mushrooms are cooked and the sauce is thick, bubbling and clinging to the mushrooms. Warm the pancakes - steam them or heat them in the microwave.
- Serve the mushrooms, spring onions, cucumber, lettuce and hoisin sauce in separate dishes, with the pancakes alongside.
- To assemble, spread a pancake, with a little hoisin sauce. Add some mushrooms, onions, cucumber and lettuce. Fold the pancake and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 7 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 37 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 17 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 7 grams protein, Sodium 4.1 milligram of sodium
CHINESE SCALLION PANCAKE-SIMPLIFIED VERSION
Super easy scallion pancake, no dough kneading, no shaping process
Provided by Elaine
Categories Breakfast
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large mixing bowl, stir water to flour and keep stirring with an egg whisk. Make sure that the water and flour is combined completely. Set aside for several minutes.
- Go to the scallion, finely chopped and throw into the bowl with flour and water. Add pinch of salt and five spice powder; continue to stir until everything combined well.
- Heat up around 2 tablespoons cooking oil in a pan (either big or small, it does not matter). Scoop the mixture and pour into the pan. When pouring over the mixture, do not place all of them in center, swirl it evenly by rotating the spoon to make a basic round pancake. And then use a smaller spoon or your pancake turnover to make the pancake as well distributed as possible. Pan-fry over medium fire for around 2-4 minutes until one side becomes golden brown. Turn over carefully to fry the second side for another 2 minutes. Then fry each side another 1 minute for a darker color and crisper taste.
- Transfer out and then absorb the extra oil by kitchen paper. Repeat to finish all the pancakes.
- When serving, as I usually make larger ones because of time issue, cut into small wedges and enjoy with family.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 kcal, Carbohydrate 99 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 21 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SHOU ZHUA BING (CRISPY CHINESE PANCAKES)
Shou Zhua Bing is a deliciously wonderful cousin of the scallion pancake that translates to "Hand grab pancake" because you can easily pull apart the layers.
Provided by Judy
Categories Bread and Pizza
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a small saucepan over low heat, add the oil. Throw in the scallion pieces, star anise, and Sichuan peppercorns. Keep the pan over low heat for about 10 minutes, until fragrant. Pick out all the spices, so you essentially have a pot full of spiced oil. Stir in the flour and five-spice powder to create a thin roux. Set it aside, and let it cool completely.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the flour and add the boiling water. Mix with a fork or a pair of chopsticks. Gradually add the cold water and knead everything together to form a smooth dough ball. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Depending on the pancake size you want, divide the dough into 4-8 equal pieces. Lightly brush some oil on a clean work surface. Roll each piece of dough into a long rope, and then use a rolling pin to roll it flat. Brush a thin layer of the roux all over the dough, and then sprinkle it sparingly with sesame seeds, chopped scallion, and salt.
- Start on one end and roll the dough up. Stand the roll upright and press it down with your palm. Lightly roll out the resulting circle until you get a pancake that's between 1/4-1/2" thick. It's ok of the outer edges break open a bit. Repeat for each pancake.
- At this point, you can cook them, or freeze them by separating each pancake with a layer of plastic wrap or wax paper, and then putting them in a freezer bag. There's no need for thawing when you want to cook them.
- Heat a pan over medium heat and add a tablespoon or two of oil. Place the pancake in the pan. Once the bottom starts to turn a little golden, add two teaspoons of water to the sides of the pan (don't pour the water on the pancake), and immediately cover with a lid. Cook 3 minutes. Uncover the pan, flip the pancake, and do the same steps with the other side.
- To finish, uncover the lid again, turn up the heat slightly, and brown both sides while flipping the pancake occasionally. When it's golden brown, use a pair of chopsticks to squeeze and pinch the pancake a couple times to loosen the layers (this step is optional), because you ideally want to see the layers when you hand-pull it apart. The cooked pancake should be crispy and slightly chewy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 kcal, Carbohydrate 68 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 299 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
FIVE-SPICE CHINESE PANCAKES
The addition of five spice powder to the batter is what makes these Chinese pancakes special. I use these with my recipe #399013 *Note: The dough needs to chill for an hour prior to making the pancakes. The pancakes do not keep well left-over, but are delicious freshly made!
Provided by noway
Categories Chinese
Time 1h20m
Yield 12 pancakes, approx.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place flour, five spice powder, and chives (optional) in a medium bowl.
- Combine milk, margarine, and egg in a separate bowl.
- Add milk mixture to the flour mixture, stirring with a whisk until blended.
- Cover and chill for an hour.
- Place an 8-inch crepe pan or nonstick skillet pan coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat until hot.
- Remove pan from heat and pour scant 1/4 cup of batter into pan; quickly tilt pan in all directions so batter covers the bottom of pan.
- Place pan back on burner and cook about 1 minute.
- Carefully lift edge of pancake with a spatula to test for doneness. The pancake will be ready to turn when it can be shaken loose from the pan and the underside is lightly browned.
- Turn pancake over, cook other side for about 30 seconds.
- Place the pancake on a plate and cool. Repeat until all of the batter is used. Stack pancakes between single layers of wax paper to prevent pancakes from sticking.
CHINESE FIVE SPICE
I regularly mix up my own spice blends. I have recipes of Indian and Mexican spice blends, too. But my favorite is this Chinese five spice version with its strong anise flavor. It's so convenient to make this mix from pantry staples I have on hand. -Lydia Scott, Englehart, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 20m
Yield about 1/2 cup.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a spice grinder or with a mortar and pestle, combine all ingredients (in batches if necessary); grind until mixture becomes a fine powder. Store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 8 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling during the cooking process.
- Use Fresh, High-Quality Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the taste of your pancakes. Choose fresh vegetables, aromatic spices, and high-quality flour.
- Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing the batter will make the pancakes tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Cook the Pancakes Over Medium Heat: Medium heat will help the pancakes cook evenly without burning them.
- Be Patient: Cooking the pancakes takes time. Don't rush the process or you'll end up with undercooked pancakes.
- Serve the Pancakes Immediately: Chinese pancakes are best served hot and fresh. Enjoy them with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Five-spice Chinese pancakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With their crispy texture, savory filling, and aromatic spices, these pancakes are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe, give these five-spice Chinese pancakes a try!
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