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Crispy Beef-Stuffed Scallion Pancakes

Crispy on the outside and juicy inside, these beef-stuffed scallion pancakes are irresistible. With a tender, chewy crust and savory filling, they make the ultimate homemade street food treat.
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Chinese
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 330kcal

Ingredients

Dough:

  • 500 g all-purpose flour
  • 5 g salt
  • 300 g warm water about 30–40°C
  • cooking oil as needed (for relaxing the dough and pan-frying)

Meat Filling:

  • 300 g ground beef
  • 100 g chopped scallions fresh and finely sliced
  • 2 tsp light soy sauce
  • 1 tsp five-spice powder
  • 1 tsp oyster sauce
  • 1/4 tsp white pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp chicken bouillon powder
  • sesame oil a little (added with scallions)

Other:

  • white sesame seeds as needed
  • water as needed

Instructions

Prepare the Dough

  • Step 1: In a mixing bowl, add 500g flour and 5g salt. Pour in 300g warm water (30–40°C), and mix with chopsticks until shaggy.
  • Step 2: Knead into a rough dough (it will be sticky — that's normal). Cover with plastic wrap and rest for 5 minutes.
  • Step 3: Knead again until smooth and elastic. Divide into 8 pieces (about 85g each). Roll into balls and place in an oiled bowl. Spray a little oil on top, cover, and rest for at least 30 minutes.

Make the Filling

  • In a bowl, combine ground beef with soy sauce, five-spice powder, oyster sauce, white pepper, salt, and chicken bouillon powder. Stir in one direction until sticky.

Wrap and Shape

  • Step 1: Take a rested dough ball and flatten on a lightly floured board. Roll into a 10cm circle with slightly thinner edges.
  • Step 2: Add about 30g filling in the center. Flatten with a silicone spatula and sprinkle scallions evenly (avoid spreading to the edges).
  • Step 3: Cut from the center to the edge of the circle. Roll the dough from the cut, tightening as you go, into a cone. Pinch the seam to seal.
  • Step 4: Place the cone seam-side down and flatten gently into a pancake shape.

Second Rolling

  • Step 1: Roll the pancake into a 12–14cm circle evenly. Don't press too hard.
  • Step 2: Brush with water and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Press lightly so they stick.
  • Step 3: Place each on silicone parchment (or regular parchment), stacking with paper in between to prevent sticking.

Cook the Pancakes

  • Skillet Method:
  • Heat a nonstick skillet with a thin layer of oil. Add a pancake and cook on low heat, covered.
  • Flip once golden and cook the other side until golden, about 5–6 minutes total. Check occasionally to avoid burning.
  • Air Fryer Method:
  • Preheat to 180°C. Place pancake in the basket (you can keep the parchment). Brush lightly with oil.
  • Air fry at 180°C for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Nutrition

Calories: 330kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 550mg | Potassium: 214mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 126IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 4mg