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Crispy Scallion Pancakes

My entire family is addicted to Chinese food.  For my husband and me, it’s just in our blood after growing up in NYC. We grew up eating crispy Peking duck served with fluffy pancakes; dumplings of all varieties; and perfectly browned, crispy scallion pancakes. Our older son was born in NY and being that I was obsessed with Chinese food during my last trimester of pregnancy with him, I am not surprised Chinese food is one of his favorites. In fact, it’s possible the hot and sour soup and a side of dumplings from Ollies is what put me into labor, but we’ll never know for sure. My little one was born in California but was given Chinese food from an early age to make sure we hooked him early. Thankfully, we’re good, it all worked out. However, in California, I’ve yet to find a scallion pancake that comes close to what I grew up eating. At least where I live, the Chinese food is just different from what I grew up eating.

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I remember the first time we were back in NY and ordered scallion pancakes for the kids. At ages 3 and 5, one was somewhat disgusted (he disliked onions) and the other refused to even try it. I was heartbroken, yet persistent.  I have always believed that it’s about exposure to kids. So we kept ordering scallion pancakes. By 5 and 7, we scored. Both ate one and loved it; we were all finally united on the scallion pancake front.  I recently came up with a scallion pancake recipe I like enough to introduce it to the kids. Made with ghee (a type of clarified butter) these crispy, flavorful cakes are not healthful, but not everything can be. They are also delicious and remind me of life back East long ago.

Scallion Pancake Making Steps: Roll, Coil, Flatten 

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If they were permitted, my kids would eat these scallion pancakes daily for dinner, but more often I would serve them as a side dish. They also work great as a casual hors d’oeuvre when entertaining because they can be easily prepped in advance.

About the Author

Andrea Potischman

I am a professionally trained NYC chef turned CA mom and food blogger. I post about real food, with doable ingredient lists that are family friendly.

2 thoughts on "Crispy Scallion Pancakes"

  1. Avatar photo Stephanie Chen says:

    I’m so impressed! A family favorite over here as well. I should have had my mom bring some over for you and the boys from the best place in Taipei when she was here recently!!! You are so right — scallion pancakes are unbeatable.

    1. Thanks Steph. Total indulgence and VERY worth it!!!!!

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