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Sourdough Discard Scallion Pancakes: 7 Secret Tips for the Ultimate Crispy Texture


  • Author: Nouna
  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 4 pancakes 1x

Description

A tangy and incredibly crispy twist on traditional Chinese scallion pancakes using your leftover sourdough discard for maximum flavor.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Sourdough discard
  • 1.5 – 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 2 bunches Scallions (finely chopped)
  • 3 tbsp Toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tsp Sea salt
  • Neutral oil for frying
  • Optional: 2 tbsp Soy sauce (for dipping)
  • Optional: 1 tbsp Rice vinegar (for dipping)


Instructions

  1. Mix sourdough discard and flour into a smooth dough.
  2. Rest the dough for 30 minutes to relax gluten.
  3. Roll dough thin, brush with sesame oil, salt, and scallions.
  4. Roll into a cigar shape, then coil into a ‘snail’ spiral.
  5. Rest the coils for 15 minutes.
  6. Flatten the coils into 1/4 inch thick pancakes.
  7. Fry in a hot skillet with neutral oil until golden and crispy.

Notes

Reduces food waste, provides natural probiotics, and creates a superior flaky texture compared to traditional recipes.

  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 285 kcal