Scallion Pancakes (Cong You Bing)

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Hot water
• 1/4 cup Cold water
• 1 cup Scallions, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 cup Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil

Instructions

1. 1In a large bowl, combine the flour and hot water. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
2. 2Add the cold water and knead the dough for 5-7 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
3. 3Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a thin circle.
4. 4Brush the circle with vegetable oil, then sprinkle with salt and chopped scallions. Roll the circle up tightly into a log.
5. 5Coil the log into a spiral, then flatten it with a rolling pin into a pancake about 6 inches in diameter.
6. 6Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a drizzle of vegetable oil and cook the pancakes for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
7. 7Drizzle with sesame oil before serving.

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