Chinese Egg and Chive Crepe-Style Pancakes

Cooking StepsHow to cook Chinese Egg and Chive Crepe-Style Pancakes step by step

Cooking Process

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   Add flour and salt to a bowl, mix well, then add half of the water.

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   Stir into a thin dough, then add the remaining water.

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   Stir until you have a smooth, pourable batter with no small lumps. Chop only the leaves of the chives.

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   Preheat an electric griddle on medium-high heat without oil. Pour in an appropriate amount of batter depending on the size of your griddle.

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   Quickly spread the batter evenly using a crepe spreader or scraper. The edges of the pancake will start to curl up.

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   Crack one egg onto the pancake and scatter chopped chives over it.

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   Pierce the yolk and spread the egg evenly. Once the egg sets, drizzle cooking oil over the top.

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   Flip and cook until the egg side is lightly golden.

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   The result is incredibly soft and tender, yet still delightfully chewy.

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    Remove from the griddle.

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    Pairs perfectly with congee, soy milk, or milk.

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    So delicious!