Green Onion Cakes
Crispy, savory, and bursting with flavor, these homemade Green Onion Cakes are a true delight for the taste buds. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sesame oil, and fresh green onions, this Chinese-inspired recipe combines chewy dough with a perfectly golden and crispy exterior. Each cake is layered with aromatic sesame oil and finely chopped green onions, then rolled and shaped to create a flaky, textured finish. These cakes are pan-fried to perfection, making them a versatile appetizer or snack that pairs beautifully with soy sauce, chili oil, or your favorite dipping sauce. With just 40 minutes of prep time and a simple frying method, this recipe is an easy-to-follow introduction to the art of Asian street food. Perfect for sharing or indulging solo, these Green Onion Cakes are a must-try addition to your culinary repertoire!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup Boiling water
- 0.25 cup Cold water
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
- 1 cup Green onions (finely chopped)
- 0.25 cup Vegetable oil (for frying)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, add the all-purpose flour. Gradually pour in the boiling water while mixing with chopsticks or a wooden spoon until small crumbles form.
Step 2
Add the cold water to the dough and continue mixing until it starts to come together.
Step 3
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until it becomes soft and elastic. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Step 4
Divide the dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball.
Step 5
On a floured surface, roll out one dough ball into a thin circle, about 8 inches in diameter.
Step 6
Lightly brush the rolled-out dough with sesame oil and sprinkle evenly with a pinch of salt and 1/4 cup of chopped green onions.
Step 7
Roll up the dough into a tight cylinder, then coil it into a spiral shape. Flatten the spiral gently with your palm and roll it out again into a 6-inch circle.
Step 8
Repeat the rolling, oiling, filling, and spiral shaping process with the remaining dough portions.
Step 9
Heat 2–3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook one green onion cake at a time for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
Step 10
Transfer the cooked cake to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Repeat with the remaining cakes.
Step 11
Serve warm with soy sauce, chili oil, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (720.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1675.9 |
| Total Fat 89.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 11.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2390.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 194.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.0g | |
| Protein 27.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 143.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 671.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories