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Chinese breakfast pancake

Irresistible Chinese Breakfast Pancake: Fluffy & Flavorful

Enjoy a delightful Chinese breakfast pancake, Ji Dan Bing, that features tender pancakes with scrambled eggs and customizable toppings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt enhances overall flavor
  • 1 cup Water helps achieve perfect batter consistency
  • 1 tablespoon Peanut Oil or melted butter; adds richness
For the Filling
  • 2 large Eggs lightly beaten
  • 2 stalks Green Onions sliced thinly
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Black Sesame Seeds for garnish
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Sweet Bean Sauce or hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Garlic Sauce optional for spice lovers
For Toppings
  • 2 leaves Green Leaf Lettuce or romaine
  • 2 pieces Hot Dogs or bacon strips
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots optional
  • 1 cup Cucumber optional

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • nonstick skillet
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Ji Dan Bing
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Gradually pour in water while whisking until you achieve a smooth batter. Mix in peanut oil.
  2. Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with oil.
  3. Pour approximately 1/3 cup of the batter into the hot skillet, swirl to form a thin pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Crack an egg onto the pancake's center, sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds. Cover and let cook for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Flip the pancake and cook for another 20-30 seconds until golden brown.
  6. Remove from skillet, brush with sweet bean sauce, add toppings, and roll the pancake up.
  7. Slice into manageable pieces and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 9gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These pancakes taste best when served immediately. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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