Green onion cakes are one of my favourite snacks and appetizers. They are really popular in Edmonton, but I haven't been able to find any in Regina so I decided to make my own.
The recipe I followed was given to me by a friend, just over Facebook. I can't cite it any further than that, sorry!
You will need:
2 cups of all purpose flour
1/3 cup of cold water
1/2 cup boiling water
sesame oil
salt
1 cup green onions, minced (I used two bundles)
Directions:
1. Place flour in large bowl. Put 1/2 cup of boiling water over flour and mix well. Let stand for 2 minutes. Add 1/3 cup cold water. Knead dough for about 5 minutes or until smooth. Add more water if needed. Cover with a damp cloth and let stand for 15-20 minutes.
2. Turn out onto lightly floured board. Divide dough into 4 equal parts. Use hands to roll each piece into a ball. Roll out into a 10 inch circle. Sprinkle with sesame oil, salt and green onion.
3. Roll up each piece like a jelly roll, then coil like a snake. Press flat with palm of hand. Roll out 1/4 inch thick. Repeat with remaining dough.
4. Heat a medium size skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tbsp oil and fry pancake till golden brown, turn and fry other side. Repeat with other pancakes. Cut each pancake into 4 pieces.
Serve with hot chili sauce, soya sauce, and/or red vinegar. Enjoy!
If you try this recipe, I hope you enjoy it (I certainly did)!
