Forget greasy onion rings; dive into the fluffy, flavorful world of the onion egg pancake!
Imagine this: a crispy, golden pancake bursting with savory onions, sweet apple chunks, and vibrant carrots, all held together by a fluffy egg batter. It sounds too good to be true, right? Wrong! This innovative recipe ditches the traditional fried onion routine and instead creates a masterpiece that’s not only delicious but also packed with nutrients.
Intrigued? Buckle up, because we’re about to embark on a culinary adventure that’s as surprising as it is satisfying. Forget greasy takeout and hello to breakfast (or snack, or light meal!) that will tantalize your taste buds and nourish your body. So, toss the frying pan and grab your whisk—it’s time to witness the magic of the Onion Egg Pancake!
Ingredients
- 1 purple onion
- 1 carrot
- 1 apple
- 2 green peppers
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- Pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 1 tablespoon potato starch
- Black sesame seeds (optional)
- Cooking oil
Instructions
Prepare the vegetables:
- Peel and cut the onion into thin strips. Soak them in salt water for 5 minutes to prevent tears while chopping.
- Peel and julienne the carrots.
- Wash the apple, rub the skin with salt, rinse, and julienne.
- Deseed and julienne the green peppers.
Mix the batter:
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped onion, carrot, apple, and green pepper.
- Beat the eggs in a separate bowl and add them to the vegetable mixture.
- Season with salt, pepper, soy sauce, and oyster sauce.
- Add flour and potato starch, and mix until everything is evenly coated.
Cook the pancake:
- Heat a pan with a thin layer of oil over low heat.
- Arrange onion rings on the bottom of the pan (optional).
- Pour the batter over the onion rings, making sure it covers them evenly.
- Sprinkle with black sesame seeds (optional).
- Cook for 3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Repeat with the remaining batter if needed.
Tips
- Use a non-stick pan for easier flipping.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan, cook the pancakes in batches if necessary.
- Adjust the amount of salt and pepper to your taste.
- You can add other vegetables like chopped spinach or bell peppers for more variety.
- Serve the pancakes hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
This recipe is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. Onions are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, while carrots are a good source of beta-carotene and vitamin A. Apples add sweetness and fiber, and eggs provide protein and healthy fats. So, enjoy this guilt-free and flavorful pancake that’s sure to please everyone!
