Best 5 Scallion And Ginger Pancakes Recipes

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**Scallion and Ginger Pancakes: A Culinary Journey Through Time**

In the realm of savory delights, scallion and ginger pancakes stand as culinary gems, captivating taste buds with their harmonious blend of flavors and textures. These delectable treats, also known as cong you bing or hẹ hành bánh xèo, have a long history, tracing their roots back to ancient China. Originally a simple combination of flour, water, and scallions, these pancakes evolved over time, incorporating ginger and other seasonings to create a symphony of flavors. Today, scallion and ginger pancakes are enjoyed in various forms across Asia, each region adding its unique touch to this beloved dish. Whether served as a humble street food snack or an elegant restaurant appetizer, these pancakes consistently deliver a satisfying culinary experience. This article presents a collection of recipes that explore the diverse world of scallion and ginger pancakes, offering a culinary journey through time and taste. From traditional Chinese recipes to modern variations, these recipes cater to every palate, ensuring that everyone can savor the delights of this timeless dish.

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EASY SCALLION PANCAKES



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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

¾ cup milk
¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 egg
½ cup scallions
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
2 teaspoons sesame oil

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

CHINESE SCALLION PANCAKES



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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

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

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

SCALLION PANCAKES WITH GINGER DIPPING SAUCE



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Provided by Ming Tsai

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup sliced scallions
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1/2 cup canola oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/2 cup Ginger Dipping Sauce, recipe to follow
1/4 cup thin soy sauce
1/4 cup Chinese chinkiang vinegar
1/4 cup sliced scallions
1 teaspoon minced ginger
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, sift flour. Slowly add water in a steady stream while mixing with a wooden spoon. Keep adding water until a ball is formed. With the same procedure, one can use a food processor with a metal blade. Let ball of dough relax for about 30 minutes and cover with damp cloth.
  • On a floured surface, roll out dough into a thin rectangle. Brush on oil mixture, cover with scallion and season with salt and pepper. Carefully roll dough like a sponge cake. Cut into 4 pieces. Take one piece and twist 3 times. Make a spiral out of this and roll again and flatten to achieve a 5 to 6 inch pancake. In a hot non-stick pan, coat with canola oil and pan sear both sides until golden brown. Cut into wedges and serve immediately with dipping sauce.
  • Combine all ingredients.

CHINESE SCALLION PANCAKES



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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

3 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/3 cups boiling water
4 teaspoons sesame oil
6 green onions, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup canola oil
DIPPING SAUCE:
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
2 teaspoons rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

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.

VEGETABLE PAJEON (KOREAN SCALLION PANCAKES WITH VEGETABLES)



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Crisp at the edges, soft at the center and filled scallions and other vegetables, these irresistible, comforting pancakes (adapted from Sohui Kim of Insa and the Good Fork restaurants in Brooklyn) make for a quick dinner that you can throw together on any given weeknight. It's extremely forgiving, so feel free to use whatever vegetables you have on hand. Ms. Kim recommends finely shredded raw vegetables, or even leftover cooked vegetables. And if you don't have the bandwidth to make a dipping sauce, a drizzle of soy sauce and squirt of Sriracha adds verve without any work. Serve pajeon by itself or topped with a fried egg or two, if you want to add protein.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, weekday, pancakes, vegetables, main course

Time 30m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup potato starch (or 1/4 cup each white rice flour and cornstarch)
3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt, plus more as needed
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 cup ice water
1 large egg
1/4 cup finely chopped kimchi
4 cups finely chopped or grated mixed vegetables (carrots, zucchini, bell peppers, kale, whatever you've got)
4 scallions, cut into 2-inch-long sections and thinly sliced lengthwise
2 tablespoons grapeseed or peanut oil, plus more as needed
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons rice wine vinegar, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger or garlic (optional)
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil, plus more to taste
Pinch of granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Prepare the pancakes: In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, potato starch, salt and baking powder.
  • In a medium bowl, combine water, egg and kimchi. Whisk kimchi mixture into flour mixture, and whisk until smooth. Fold in vegetables and about three-quarters of the scallions. (Save the rest for garnish.)
  • In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, heat 2 tablespoons oil. Scoop 1/4 cup portions of batter into the skillet, as many as will fit while not touching, flatten, and fry until dark golden on the bottom, about 2 to 3 minutes. Flip and continue to fry until other side is browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle with a little more salt. Continue with remaining batter.
  • Before serving, make the dipping sauce: In a small bowl, stir together soy sauce, vinegar, ginger or garlic (if using), sesame oil and sugar. Sprinkle sliced scallion over pancakes, and serve with dipping sauce on the side.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality scallions and ginger. Fresh, flavorful scallions and ginger are essential for making delicious pancakes. Look for scallions that are bright green and have firm, white bulbs. Ginger should be plump and have a slightly spicy aroma.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter can make the pancakes tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
  • Cook the pancakes over medium heat. Medium heat will help the pancakes cook evenly without burning.
  • Serve the pancakes immediately. Scallion and ginger pancakes are best served hot and fresh. They can be served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as soy sauce, chili sauce, or hoisin sauce.

Conclusion:

Scallion and ginger pancakes are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or potlucks and are a staple in many Asian cuisines. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can enjoy these tasty pancakes at home. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give scallion and ginger pancakes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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