Extra Flaky Scallion Pancake

15 Oct 2012 - Extra Flaky Scallion Pancake

It IS an extra Flaky and Crispy scallion pancake \(^^)/

A scallion pancake (Chinese: 葱油饼; pinyin: cōngyóubǐng) is a Chinese savory, unleavened flat bread folded with oil and minced scallions (green onions). Unlike Western pancakes, it is made from dough instead of batter. Variations exist on the basic method of preparation that incorporate other flavors and fillings. 

The recipe is from Serious Eat

Extra Flaky Scallion Pancake
 
For the Pancakes:
    2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting work surface
    1 cup boiling water
    Up to 1/4 cup toasted sesame seed oil
    2 cups thinly sliced scallion greens
    salt to taste
    
For the Dipping Sauce:
    2 Tbsp soy sauce
    2 Tbsp Chinkiang or rice wine vinegar
    1 Tbsp finely sliced scallion greens
    1/2 tsp grated fresh ginger
    2 tsp sugar