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Perfect for a traditional breakfast or a savory snack.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":20,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":60,"activeMinutes":30},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"300g All-purpose flour","name":"All-purpose flour","quantity":300,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2.33,"usUnit":"cup","form":"","notes":"plus extra for dusting","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"120ml Hot water (boiling)","name":"Boiling Water","quantity":120,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":0.5,"usUnit":"cup","form":"boiling","notes":"hot water","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"60ml Cold water","name":"Cold Water","quantity":60,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":0.25,"usUnit":"cup","form":"cold","notes":"cold water","group":"Dough","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1 bunch Scallions (green onions)","name":"Scallions","quantity":1,"unit":"bunch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"bunch","form":"finely chopped","notes":"use both green and white parts","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 tsp Salt","name":"Salt","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"","notes":"fine sea salt","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"1 tbsp Toasted sesame oil","name":"Sesame Oil","quantity":15,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"toasted","notes":"","group":"Filling","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"4 tbsp Vegetable oil","name":"Vegetable Oil","quantity":60,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":0.25,"usUnit":"cup","form":"","notes":"divided for filling and frying","group":"Filling/Frying","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"In a large bowl, add the all-purpose flour. Slowly pour in the boiling water while stirring with chopsticks or a fork. Once incorporated, add the cold water and stir until a shaggy dough forms.","group":"Dough Preparation","title":"Add the all-purpose flour","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Dough Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 30 minutes at room temperature.","group":"Dough Preparation","title":"Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface","timerMinutes":30,"sourceTitle":"Dough Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Divide the rested dough into 4 equal pieces. Roll one piece out into a very thin rectangle. Brush a thin layer of vegetable oil and sesame oil over the surface, then sprinkle with salt and a generous amount of chopped scallions.","group":"Shaping","title":"Divide the rested dough","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Shaping"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Roll the rectangle up tightly like a cigar into a long rope. Then, coil the rope into a spiral (like a snail shell) and tuck the end underneath. Gently flatten the spiral with your palm and roll it out again into a 6-7 inch circle.","group":"Shaping","title":"Roll the rectangle up tightly like a cigar","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Shaping"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Heat a skillet over medium heat (approx 350°F (177°C)) with a tablespoon of vegetable oil. Fry the pancake for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Use a spatula to slightly 'scrunch' or fluff the pancake while cooking to separate the layers.","group":"Cooking","title":"Heat a skillet over medium heat","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"}],"notes":"Using a mix of hot and cold water (the 'tangzhong' style approach) creates a dough that is both pliable and crispy. For maximum flakiness, ensure you roll the dough as thinly as possible before coiling.","cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Chinese"]},"course":["appetizer","side"],"cookingMethod":["fry"],"equipment":["Skillet","Rolling pin","Mixing bowl"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","dairy_free"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten","sesame"],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"pancakes","note":"Makes four medium-sized pancakes"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The shaped, uncooked pancakes can be frozen between layers of parchment paper. Fry directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cook time."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store leftover cooked pancakes in an airtight container. Reheat in a dry skillet to restore crispness.","reheatingNotes":"Avoid the microwave as it makes the pancakes soggy."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_073c93e338%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=e0c1ec40-eac0-474d-8c0b-23baeeff89fe","imageAlt":"Scallion Pancakes (Cong You Bing) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["scallion","pancake","savory","crispy","flaky","traditional","chinese breakfast"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Scallion Pancakes (Cong You Bing)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T18:57:35.498Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T18:57:35.498Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_8c98f14ca2","slug":"classic-fried-rice-chaofan","title":"Classic Fried Rice (Chǎofàn)","description":"A quick, savory, and satisfying East Asian staple featuring fluffy rice stir-fried with eggs, crisp vegetables, and a touch of soy sauce.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Chinese"]},"course":["main","side"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","nut_free","high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_8c98f14ca2%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=a9bd1aca-9eb5-41e5-8730-eac0148bdba5","imageAlt":"Classic Fried Rice (Chǎofàn) — recipe cover","tags":["fried-rice","quick","easy","leftover-rice","chinese-cuisine"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":9,"stepCount":6},{"id":"recipe_72d96930ee","slug":"classic-salted-edamame","title":"Classic Salted Edamame","description":"A quintessential East Asian snack of young soybeans in the pod, boiled to perfection and seasoned with flaky sea salt.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":2,"cookMinutes":8,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Japanese"]},"course":["appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","high_protein","dairy_free","low_carb"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_72d96930ee%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=8dbc9240-2dcf-4a42-af9f-fea6a6fa2d9d","imageAlt":"Classic Salted Edamame — recipe cover","tags":["edamame","soybeans","snack","healthy","high protein","vegan","japanese"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":3,"stepCount":4},{"id":"recipe_78c5c8b6a2","slug":"hojicha-japanese-roasted-green-tea","title":"Hojicha (Japanese Roasted Green Tea)","description":"A comforting, aromatic Japanese roasted green tea with toasted, nutty, and slightly smoky notes. Naturally lower in caffeine than standard green tea, it is perfect for relaxation and evening enjoyment.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":1,"cookMinutes":4,"totalMinutes":5,"activeMinutes":2},"cuisine":{"group":"East Asian","specific":["Japanese"]},"course":["appetizer"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","low_carb","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_78c5c8b6a2%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=c0d81c51-1a0d-4223-9836-fc7d631fb6eb","imageAlt":"Hojicha (Japanese Roasted Green Tea) — recipe cover","tags":["tea","japanese","roasted","low caffeine","hot drink"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":2,"stepCount":4}]}