Cong you bing

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Cong you bing

Spring onion pancakes in Taichung (2013)
Alternative names	scallion pancake
Type	Flatbread
Place of origin	China
Main ingredients	Dough, scallions
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Cong you bing (cōngyóubǐng)^[1] (Chinese: 蔥油餅; pinyin: cōngyóubǐng; Wade–Giles: Ts'ung¹-yu²-ping³; lit. 'scallion oil pancake'; Mandarin pronunciation [tsʰʊ́ŋjǒʊpìŋ]), also known as scallion pancake or "green onion pancake", is a Chinese savory, unleavened flatbread folded with oil and minced scallions (green onions). Unlike Western pancakes, it is made from dough instead of batter. It is pan-fried, which gives it crisp edges and a chewy texture. Many ^[2]layers make up the interior, contributing to its chewy texture.^[3] Variations exist on the basic method of preparation that incorporate other flavors and fillings.

Scallion pancakes are served both as a street food item and as a restaurant dish. They are also sold commercially, either fresh or frozen in plastic packages (often in Asian supermarkets).