Cong You Bing (Scallion Pancake)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, slowly add the water to the flour stirring with a wooden spoon until a dough forms.

2. 2

   On a floured surface, knead the dough until it is soft and smooth.

3. 3

   Making sure your work surface is floured, then cover the dough with a wet towel for 15-20 minutes.

4. 4

   Cut the scallions into long thin strips and then cut the strips into small pieces.

5. 5

   Flour a surface. Divide the dough into 4 pieces. Roll one of the pieces with a rolling pin until it is ⅛ inch thick.

6. 6

   Pour 1 tbsp oil onto the rolled out dough. Spread it out. Salt generously. Add 1-2 Tbsp scallions and spread them out on top.

7. 7

   Starting at the side closest to you, roll the dough into a log. Take one end of the log and twist it away from you while simultaneously twisting the other end toward you. The dough should want to form a circle.

8. 8

   Coil the twisted log of dough into a small circle in the middle of the log and spiral the ends on top of their respective sides. Seal the ends of the log.

9. 9

   Flatten the dough and roll it out with a rolling pin until it is ¼ inch thick.

10. 10

    Place the pancake on a large frying pan over medium heat with ½ tsp of oil. Cook for about 5 minutes on each side until crispy and no longer appears or tastes like dough.

11. 11

    Cut the pancake into 6 pieces. Enjoy while hot.

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