Crispy Chinese Turnip Pancakes (Lo Bak Go Style)
A delicious twist on the classic dim sum favorite, these savory pancakes are packed with umami-rich Chinese sausage, dried shrimp, and fresh daikon radish. Pan-fried to golden perfection, they offer a delightful crunch on the outside with a tender, flavorful interior.
Servings4 Portions
Prep Time20 Mins
Cook Time40 Mins
Difficulty
Intermediate
Ingredients
4
- Chinese sausage1 piece
- dried shrimp2 tbsp
- scallions2 pieces
- Daikon radish1 cup
- all-purpose flour1 cup
- cornstarch1 tbsp
- salt1 tsp
- ground white pepper0.1 tsp
- egg1 piece
- water0.3 cup
- sesame oil1 tsp
- toasted sesame seeds2 tbsp
- vegetable oil2 tbsp
- soy sauce1 tbsp
- honey1 tsp
Step-by-Step Instructions
01
Prepare the savory mix-ins: Rinse the Chinese sausage and dice it finely. If you prefer using bacon, cook it until crisp but still slightly chewy, then dice. For the dried shrimp, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes, rinse thoroughly, and give them a rough chop.
02
Prepare the vegetables: Wash and peel the daikon radish, then grate it to yield 1 cup. Finely chop the scallions, keeping 1 tablespoon separate to use later in the dipping sauce.
03
Whisk the batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, white pepper, egg, water, sesame oil, and 1 tablespoon of the toasted sesame seeds. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and thoroughly combined.
04
Fold in the ingredients: Add the diced sausage, chopped shrimp, grated daikon, and the bulk of the scallions to the batter. Stir gently until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
05
Make the dipping sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, and the reserved tablespoon of scallions. You can customize this sauce by adding chili oil for heat or Chinese black vinegar for extra tang.
