Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsChoLon - DowntownScallion Pancake Recipe

Scallion Pancake Recipe

Inspired by ChoLon - Downtown
Time1h
Serves4

Hoisin Butter

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Ingredients

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Pancake Ingredients

Hoisin Butter Ingredients

Method

Pancake Directions

  1. 1

    Make the Dough

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Pour the boiling water over the flour mixture and stir with a wooden spoon until the dough begins to come together. Allow it to cool slightly, then knead it on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.

  2. 2

    Rest the Dough

    Cover the kneaded dough with a damp kitchen towel and let it rest for 30 minutes at room temperature.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Scallions

    While the dough is resting, finely chop the scallions and set them aside.

  4. 4

    Roll Out the Dough

    After resting, divide the dough into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a thin circle on a floured surface.

  5. 5

    Add Scallions and Oil

    Sprinkle a portion of the chopped scallions over each rolled-out dough circle. Drizzle a bit of vegetable oil over the scallions.

  6. 6

    Roll and Shape

    Starting from one edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Coil the log into a spiral shape, tucking the end under. Flatten slightly with your palm.

  7. 7

    Cook the Pancakes

    Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each pancake for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Repeat with remaining pancakes.

Hoisin Butter Directions

  1. 8

    Make the Hoisin Butter

    In a medium bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and chili flakes. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

  2. 9

    Serve

    Spread the hoisin butter generously over the warm scallion pancakes before serving.

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