Jiang Xiang Bing or Savory Sauce Pancake is one of the famous street foods in China. It's not too hard to make, but it does require some effort. However, it's definitely worth it!
Prep Time 30 minutesminutes
Cook Time 10 minutesminutes
Resting Time 30 minutesminutes
Servings 4
Calories 544kcal
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
400gall-purpose flour
250gwarm water
Sauce Ingredients
1tablespoonyellow soybean paste
1tablespoonketchup
1tablespoonoyster sauce
1tablespoonwhite sugar
2tablespoonsspicy bean pastedoubanjiang
5tablespoonfive-spice powder
5bowl of water
Diced onionto taste
Oil Paste Ingredients
40gall-purpose flour
40gvegetable oil
Other Ingredients
White sesame seedsto taste
Chopped green onionsto taste
Instructions
Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, add 400g of flour.
Gradually pour in 250g of warm water while stirring with chopsticks or a spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
Knead the mixture into a smooth, slightly soft dough. If the dough is too sticky, sprinkle a little more flour, but avoid adding too much.
Divide the dough into two equal portions and shape each into a ball. Cover with plastic wrap or a damp cloth to prevent drying out. Let it rest for about 30 minutes at room temperature.
Prepare the Sauce
In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon yellow soybean paste, 1 tablespoon ketchup, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon sugar, 2 tablespoons spicy bean paste, 0.5 tablespoon five-spice powder, and half a bowl of water. Stir until smooth.
Dice the onion and set aside.
Heat a little oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the diced onions and sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
Pour the prepared sauce into the pan with the onions. Stir continuously for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.
Prepare the Oil Paste
In a small bowl, combine 40g of flour with 40g of vegetable oil. Mix until smooth.
Roll Out the Pancake Base
After resting, the dough should be pliable. Take one dough ball and place it on a lightly floured surface.
Roll the dough into a large, thin circle, about 0.5 cm thick, trying to keep it even.
Evenly spread the prepared oil paste over the surface of the rolled-out dough using a spatula or brush.
Shape the Pancake
Cut the rolled dough into a pizza-like shape, leaving one corner intact.
Fold each section toward the center, stacking them like a fan.
Use the uncut corner to wrap around the folded dough, flipping it over and pinching the seam tightly to seal.
Gently roll the wrapped dough into a large circle again to create a pancake base.
Cook the Pancake
Preheat an electric griddle or skillet and lightly oil the surface.
Place the pancake base onto the heated griddle. If the pancake is large, allow for a few pleats for better flavor absorption.
Spray a bit of oil on the top surface and cover with a lid to cook on medium-low heat.
Cook until one side is golden and set, about 3-4 minutes. Flip and cook the other side, flipping occasionally to ensure even cooking until both sides are golden brown and crisp.
Add Sauce and Decorate
Once the pancake is cooked, spread the reserved sauce evenly over the top.
Sprinkle with white sesame seeds and chopped green onions for added flavor and decoration.
Cut and Serve
Use a sharp knife to cut the pancake into small wedges or squares.
Arrange the pieces on a serving plate and enjoy your delicious Savory Sauce Pancake warm!