Crispy Fried Pancakes (脆皮煎饼)

脆皮煎饼 (Crispy Fried Pancakes) is a popular dish in Shanxi Cuisine, known for its crispy texture and savory flavor.

Crispy Fried Pancakes (脆皮煎饼)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped scallions
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, water, and salt to form a dough. Knead the dough for 5 minutes, then cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  2. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Roll out each portion into a thin circle.
  3. Brush each circle with vegetable oil, then sprinkle with chopped scallions and sesame seeds.
  4. Roll up each circle into a long cylinder, then coil the cylinder into a round pancake shape.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry each pancake until golden and crispy on both sides.
  6. Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels. Serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
15 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
8g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Frying pan Spatula Large bowl

Tools

Rolling pin Knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the crispy fried pancakes with a dipping sauce made of soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil.

Tips & tricks

For extra crispiness, you can double fry the pancakes by frying them once, letting them cool, then frying them again until golden brown.

Cost

$5