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Chinese-Style Savoury Stuffed Breakfast Pancakes

Delicious Chinese-Style Savoury Stuffed Breakfast Pancakes

Try these Chinese-Style Savoury Stuffed Breakfast Pancakes, featuring a crispy exterior and a hearty tofu and vegetable filling.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 pancakes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour substitute with gluten-free flour mix if needed
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt use regular or kosher salt
  • 0.75 cups Warm Water
  • 1 tablespoon Neutral Oil can substitute with vegetable or canola oil
For the Filling
  • 1 block Extra Firm Tofu firm or seasoned tofu can be used
  • 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Salt can substitute with regular salt
  • 1 cup Carrots grated
  • 2 stalks Scallions chopped
  • 0.5 cup Diced Red Bell Peppers
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Seeds optional but recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Toasted Sesame Oil
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Cooking Oil use sesame oil for added flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour and ½ teaspoon of salt. Create a well in the center, then gradually pour in ¾ cup of warm water and 1 tablespoon of neutral oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, drain and mash 1 block of extra-firm tofu in a bowl. Sauté 2 chopped scallions, ½ cup diced red bell peppers, and ½ cup grated carrots in 1 tablespoon of toasted sesame oil for 5 minutes. Add ½ teaspoon of turmeric powder and ½ teaspoon of black salt, then mix thoroughly. Combine the cooked vegetables with the tofu and set aside.
  3. After resting, divide the dough into 8 equal portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll each piece into a thin circle about 5-5.5 inches in diameter. Keep rolled wrappers covered with a damp cloth.
  4. Take one dough circle and place 1/3 to ½ cup of the tofu and vegetable filling in the center. Gently fold the edges over the filling, pinching them tightly to seal the pancake.
  5. In a large non-stick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil over medium-high heat. Add the filled pancakes and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Add a splash of water to the pan, cover with a lid, and steam on low heat for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  6. Remove the pancakes from the skillet and transfer them to a serving plate. Serve hot, paired with your favorite soy sauce or dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These pancakes can be made in advance and frozen for convenience. Reheat in a skillet or microwave before serving.

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