Name: Scallion Pancakes
Prep time: 1 h 30 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: Makes 8 or more servings
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: Lard (traditional) or neutral oil, such as corn or grapeseed, as needed; ¾ cup boiling water, or as needed; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil, or as needed; 1 cup finely chopped scallion; Coarse salt to taste; 2 cups flour, plus a little more for rolling the dough

Preparation info

Makes
8
or more servings

Difficulty
Easy
Ready in
1 hr 30

Appears in

The Best Recipes in the World

By Mark Bittman

Published 2005

About

This tough, chewy little pancake is a staple in China. Though the dough requires at least an hour of resting time, it’s easy to make. Cut it into small pieces and serve as finger food for a crowd or into larger wedges and serve at the table, as part of a general Chinese feast. Lard is the traditional (and best) fat for cooking these; substitute oil if you prefer.