FAST SCALLION PANCAKES
This isn't the dense scallion pancake you see served in Chinese restaurants, which is made with what amounts to bread dough. But this recipe is inspired by that pancake. Made with a simplified, scallion-laden batter, it is a fork-tender pancake reminiscent of a vegetable fritter. The flavor is great, and the preparation time is about 20 minutes, an improvement on the hours you'd need to let typical scallion pancake dough rise. They are good not only as a side dish, but also as a platform for stews and juicy roasts - place a couple on a plate and spoon the stew on top. And although I still associate them with Asian-flavor dishes, omitting the optional soy sauce makes them a perfect accompaniment to braised foods that use European seasonings. (If you omit the soy sauce, also feel free to use any vegetable oil, or even good olive oil.) The same formula can be used to make pancakes with other members of the onion family, especially shallots and spring onions.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories breakfast, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil while you trim the scallions. Roughly chop three bunches, and mince the fourth.
- Add the larger portion of scallions to the water, and cook about 5 minutes, or until tender. Drain, reserving about 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid. Puree the cooked scallions in a blender, adding just enough of the cooking liquid to allow the machine to do its work.
- Mix the puree with the egg and soy, then gently stir in the flour until blended. Add pepper to taste, then the reserved minced scallions. Film a nonstick or well-seasoned skillet with oil, and turn the heat to medium-high. Drop the batter into the pan by the tablespoon or quarter cup, and cook about 2 minutes to a side, or until lightly browned. If necessary, the pancakes can be kept warm in a 200-degree oven for about 30 minutes.
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love
Michelle Andrews
[email protected]These pancakes were delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfect. I served them with the dipping sauce and it was a huge hit with my family.
Raju Mia
[email protected]These pancakes were okay. They were a bit too oily for my taste, but the flavor was good. I might try making them again with less oil.
Nati Bruk
[email protected]I loved these pancakes! They were crispy, flavorful, and easy to make. I will definitely be making them again.
MD.Eleyas Ahmad
[email protected]These pancakes were a disappointment. They were bland and doughy. I won't be making them again.
Banelile Ntonjana
[email protected]Overall, I really enjoyed these scallion pancakes. They were easy to make, delicious, and a hit with my family. I will definitely be making them again.
Hanif Hanifali
[email protected]These pancakes were a bit too thick for my taste. I think I'll try rolling them out thinner next time.
Ishita Hasi
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of scallions, but I still enjoyed these pancakes. The crispy texture and the dipping sauce made up for the scallion flavor.
Gulshan Sah
[email protected]The dipping sauce is amazing! It really takes these pancakes to the next level.
striatedicecream cone
[email protected]These pancakes were a bit too oily for my taste, but they were still tasty. I think I'll try using less oil next time.
Gertrudis Palomo
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the pancakes turned out doughy and bland. I was very disappointed.
biplob Mia
[email protected]These pancakes were easy to make and turned out perfect! I will definitely be making them again.
Annah Mapule
[email protected]Delicious! I love the crispy texture and the scallions add a nice flavor.
Ilyas Kapri
[email protected]I've made these pancakes a few times now and they always turn out great. They're so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.
Natasha Konkie
[email protected]These scallion pancakes were a hit with my family! They were crispy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. The scallions added a nice flavor and the dipping sauce was the perfect complement.