Gluten-Free Scallion Pancakes (Cong You Bing)

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (with xanthan gum)
• 0.5 cup Tapioca starch
• 0.75 cup Hot water
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil (check for soy-free)
• 1 cup Green onions, thinly sliced
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (for frying, soy-free such as peanut or sunflower)

Instructions

1. 1In a large bowl, combine the gluten-free flour blend and tapioca starch.
2. 2Gradually add the hot water, mixing until a dough forms. Knead for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
3. 3Cover the dough and let it rest for 15 minutes.
4. 4Divide the dough into 4 equal portions.
5. 5Roll out each portion into a thin circle.
6. 6Brush each circle with sesame oil, sprinkle with green onions and salt.
7. 7Roll the circle up tightly into a log, then coil the log into a spiral.
8. 8Flatten the spiral with a rolling pin into a pancake about 6 inches in diameter.
9. 9Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
10. 10Fry the pancakes for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
11. 11Serve hot, cut into wedges.

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