Savory Char Siu Pork Pancakes with Fresh Garnishes
Transform your holiday leftovers into a delightful culinary experience with these Savory Char Siu Pork Pancakes. Made with tender, flavorful leftover roast pork and paired with crunchy fresh spring onions and refreshing cucumbers, these pancakes are not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare. Perfect for using up Christmas Day meals, these pancakes can be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy a quick and satisfying dish whenever you crave it. The pancakes can be prepared one day in advance and reheated just before serving. This simple yet delectable meal is perfect year-round, offering a flexible and fun way to enjoy leftovers or make a simple dish for any occasion. Ideal for brunches, lunches, or a charming dinner, these pancakes bring a taste of festive flavor back to your table!
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Green spring onions
6 (Sliced into thin strips)
Lebanese cucumbers
2 (Halved, deseeded, and sliced into strips)
Leftover roast pork
2 cups (Chopped)
Char siu sauce
1/2 cup (Ready to use)
Plain flour
1 cup (Sifted)
Eggs
4 (Lightly beaten)
Milk
1 1/2 cups (Ready to use)
Sea salt
to taste (For seasoning)
Fresh ground black pepper
to taste (For seasoning)
Instructions
1
Prepare the vegetables first: Cut the green spring onions and Lebanese cucumbers into thin strips measuring about 10 cm (4 inches) long. Set aside.
2
In a small saucepan, combine the chopped leftover roast pork with the char siu sauce. Heat over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the pork is heated through. Keep warm while you make the pancakes.
3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined. Gradually add the plain flour, making a well in the center to incorporate the wet ingredients. Mix until smooth, and season with sea salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste.
4
Heat a lightly oiled 22 cm (8.5 inch) non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Pour 1/3 cup of the pancake batter into the pan, tilting it gently to spread the batter evenly across the base. Cook until the edges begin to set and the bottom is lightly browned; this should take about 1-2 minutes.
5
Carefully flip the pancake using a spatula and cook for an additional 15 seconds on the other side. Transfer to a plate and keep warm. Repeat the process with the remaining batter, oiling the pan as necessary.
6
To serve, arrange the warm pancakes on a platter or individual plates. Scoop approximately 1/4 cup of the warm pork mixture into the center of each pancake. Top with the prepared spring onions and cucumber strips.
7
Fold each pancake over the filling, allowing the center to remain as the base while folding the sides over the filling. For a more interactive experience, you can serve the pancakes and fillings separately, letting guests assemble their own.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Savory Char Siu Pork Pancakes with Fresh Garnishes.
What type of meat is used in these pancakes?
The recipe uses leftover roast pork.
What flavor of sauce is recommended for the pork?
Char siu sauce is used to flavor and heat the pork.
What vegetables are included as garnishes?
The pancakes are garnished with green spring onions and Lebanese cucumbers.
How should the cucumbers be prepared?
They should be halved, deseeded, and sliced into strips.
What is the recommended length for the vegetable strips?
The strips should be approximately 10 cm (4 inches) long.
How do you heat the pork mixture?
Combine the chopped pork and char siu sauce in a small saucepan and heat over low heat while stirring.
What are the basic ingredients for the pancake batter?
The batter is made from plain flour, eggs, and milk.
How should the pancake batter be seasoned?
Season the batter with sea salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste.
What is the best way to mix the pancake batter?
Whisk the eggs and milk together first, then gradually add the plain flour into a well in the center until smooth.
What size frying pan is recommended for cooking the pancakes?
A lightly oiled 22 cm (8.5 inch) non-stick frying pan is ideal.
How much batter should be used for each pancake?
Use 1/3 cup of the pancake batter per pancake.
How long does it take to cook the first side of the pancake?
It takes about 1-2 minutes until the edges set and the bottom is lightly browned.
How long should you cook the second side of the pancake?
Cook the second side for an additional 15 seconds after flipping.
Can these pancakes be made in advance?
Yes, the pancakes can be prepared one day in advance and reheated before serving.
How much pork filling goes into each pancake?
Scoop approximately 1/4 cup of the warm pork mixture into the center of each pancake.
What is the best way to fold the pancakes?
Fold the sides of the pancake over the filling while keeping the center as the base.
Is this recipe suitable for holiday leftovers?
Yes, it is specifically designed to transform Christmas Day leftover roast pork.
What meal occasions are these pancakes suitable for?
They are perfect for brunches, lunches, or a charming dinner.
Can guests assemble their own pancakes?
Yes, you can serve the pancakes and fillings separately for an interactive dining experience.
How many eggs are required for the recipe?
The recipe requires 4 lightly beaten eggs.
How much milk is needed for the batter?
You will need 1 1/2 cups of milk.
How much flour is used in the batter?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of sifted plain flour.
How many green spring onions are used?
The recipe uses 6 green spring onions.
How many Lebanese cucumbers are required?
The recipe uses 2 Lebanese cucumbers.
Is this recipe considered a quick meal?
Yes, it is tagged as a quick meal and is incredibly easy to prepare.
What style of cuisine does this recipe represent?
It is categorized under Asian cuisine due to the char siu flavors.
Should the flour be sifted?
Yes, the ingredients list specifies 1 cup of sifted plain flour.
What should you do to the frying pan before pouring the batter?
The pan should be lightly oiled and heated over medium heat.
How do you ensure the batter spreads evenly in the pan?
Tilt the pan gently after pouring the batter to spread it across the base.