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Apam Balik (Turnover Pancake) recipe by Safe Plated

Apam Balik (Turnover Pancake)

A sweet pancake filled with creamy corn and sugar. This nut-free version maintains the traditional flavors and textures.

35m6 servings
Contains eggContains wheatNUTS-free
280 cal|5g protein|40g carbs|10g fat|1g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp Baking powder
  • 3 tbsp Sugar
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 cup Water
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup Creamed corn
  • 2 tbsp Granulated sugar

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1In a large bowl, whisk together the 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 tsp of baking powder, 3 tbsp of sugar, and 1/4 tsp of salt until well combined.
  2. 2In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the 1 large egg, 1 cup of water, and 2 tbsp of vegetable oil until smooth.
  3. 3Pour the wet ingredients from the medium bowl into the large bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix with a whisk or spatula until just combined; a few small lumps are okay.
  4. 4Heat a 25.4 cm non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat, about 162.8°C (160°C). Lightly brush the pan with a little of the vegetable oil if needed.
  5. 5Pour a large spoonful of batter (about 1/4 cup) onto the heated pan and gently spread it outwards with the back of the spoon to form a circle about 15.24 cm in diameter.
  6. 6Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until small bubbles start to appear on the surface of the pancake and the edges look set.
  7. 7Sprinkle about 2 tbsp of the creamed corn and 1 tbsp of the granulated sugar evenly over one half of the pancake.
  8. 8Carefully fold the other half of the pancake over the filling using a spatula. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, or until the outside is golden brown and the filling is warm.
  9. 9Slide the folded pancake onto a cutting board, cut it into wedges, and serve warm.

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