Authentic Ji Dan Bing (Chinese Egg Crepes)

Name: Authentic Ji Dan Bing (Chinese Egg Crepes)
Prep time: 75 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 85 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 4 eggs; 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 4 leaves romaine lettuce; 2 scallions; 1 handful cilantro; 1/2 cup warm water; 4 tbsp vegetable oil; 2 tbsp sweet bean sauce; 1 tbsp hot chili bean sauce; 1 tsp hot chili oil; 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds; 1/8 tsp salt

Master the art of Ji Dan Bing, a beloved Chinese street food staple. These savory, thin crepes are layered with egg, fresh aromatics, and bold bean sauces for a perfectly portable and delicious breakfast.

Servings4 Portions

Prep Time75 Mins

Cook Time10 Mins

Difficulty

Intermediate

Ingredients

eggs
4
all-purpose flour
0.3 cup
romaine lettuce
4 leaves
scallions
2
cilantro
1 handful
warm water
0.5 cup
vegetable oil
4 tbsp
sweet bean sauce
2 tbsp
hot chili bean sauce
1 tbsp
hot chili oil
1 tsp
toasted sesame seeds
1 tsp
salt
0.1 tsp

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually pour in the warm water while mixing with a rubber spatula for 2-3 minutes until a sticky dough ball forms.

Coat the surface of the dough with 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap to ensure it is completely sealed and allow the dough to rest at room temperature for 1 hour.

After resting, divide the dough into four equal portions. Drizzle a little extra vegetable oil on your hands and the dough to prevent sticking; the dough should be moist and supple.

Lightly oil your rolling surface and a standard non-tapered rolling pin. Roll each dough portion into a very thin layer until it is almost translucent.

Heat a large skillet or flat frying pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 teaspoon of oil and swirl to coat the pan. The skillet should be hot but not smoking.