Chinese Chive Pancakes
Chinese Chive Pancakes area deliciously crispy and savoury treat, perfect as an appetizer or side dish. Made with a tender dough and a fragrant filling of finely chopped chives, these golden pan-fried pancakes are brushed with sesame oil and served with soy sauce for dipping. Pair them with dishes like Peking duck or Chinese BBQ pork for an irresistible balance of flavours and textures. Easy to make and ideal for sharing.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup boiling water
- ¼ cup cold water
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 cups Chinese chives finely chopped
- Salt to taste
- Sesame oil for brushing
- Soy sauce for dipping
Instructions
- In a large bowl, gradually add boiling water to the flour, stirring constantly. Then add cold water and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth. Cover and let it rest for about 30 minutes.
- Divide the dough into small balls. Roll out each ball into a thin pancake.
- Brush each pancake with a thin layer of vegetable oil, then spread a portion of chopped Chinese chives evenly over the pancake.
- Sprinkle salt over the chives and roll up the pancake into a log. Coil the log into a round dough ball.
- Roll out the ball into a pancake again.
- Heat a pan over medium heat and cook each pancake until both sides are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Brush with sesame oil before serving.
- Serve warm as a side to your favourite dishes or paired with a delicious dipping sauce.
Notes
- Refrigerator: Allow the pancakes to cool completely to room temperature. Place them in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days.
- Freezing: Chinese chive pancakes can also be frozen for extended storage. After cooling, place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Then transfer the frozen pancakes to a freezer-safe bag or container with parchment paper separating them. They can be frozen for up to 2-3 months.
- Before serving leftover pancakes, reheat them in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through
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