Oh my goodness, let me tell you about this absolutely divine Chinese midnight snack that’s been my go-to whenever those late-night cravings hit! I’m talking about crispy scallion pancakes with a spicy soy dipping sauce that’ll make your taste buds dance at 2 AM. Trust me, ladies (and gents), this is way better than reaching for those boring potato chips!
Let’s get down to business because I know you’re probably already hungry just thinking about it! 🥄
For the pancakes, you’ll need:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup hot water
– 2 cups finely chopped scallions
– Salt to taste
– Sesame oil
– Vegetable oil for frying
For that killer dipping sauce:
– 3 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– 1 teaspoon chili oil (more if you’re feeling spicy!)
– 1 clove minced garlic
– A pinch of sugar
Now, honey, let me walk you through this – it’s easier than trying to decide what to watch on Netflix!
1. Mix the flour with hot water until you get a shaggy dough. Knead it for about 5 minutes until smooth. Let it rest for 30 minutes (perfect time to do your skincare routine! 😉)
1. Divide the dough into 4 pieces. Roll each piece into a thin circle, brush with sesame oil, and sprinkle generously with scallions and salt.
1. Here’s the fun part – roll it up like a cinnamon roll, then coil it into a spiral. Flatten with your palm and roll out again. This creates those gorgeous flaky layers!
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1. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry each pancake for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Girl, that sizzling sound is EVERYTHING!
1. While they’re cooking, whisk together all your sauce ingredients.
The result? Crispy, flaky, savory goodness that’ll have you doing a happy dance in your kitchen at midnight! The outside is perfectly crispy, while the inside stays tender and chewy. And that sauce? _chef’s kiss_
I can’t tell you how many times this recipe has saved me from ordering expensive late-night takeout. Plus, it’s so fun to make – especially when you’re up late binging your favorite shows!
Listen, if you tried this recipe, I’m dying to hear how it turned out! Drop a comment below and tell me if you added your own twist to it. Did you make it spicier? Add different herbs? Share your midnight cooking adventures with me!
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Until next time, happy midnight munching, darlings! 💋✨
P.S. If your pancakes don’t look perfect the first time, who cares? They’ll still taste amazing, and practice makes perfect! Besides, nobody’s judging your cooking skills at midnight anyway! 😉
