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Ji Dan Bing Chinese Breakfast

Savory Ji Dan Bing: Your Irresistible Chinese Breakfast Delight

Ji Dan Bing is a beloved Chinese breakfast that wraps a perfectly cooked egg in warm, chewy dough.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1.25 cups all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt Omit for low-sodium diet
  • 0.5 cups warm water Using cold water will yield a firmer texture
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil Can use canola or sesame oil
For the Filling
  • 4 pieces eggs Substitute with silken tofu for vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon sweet bean sauce Also known as Tian Mian Jiang
  • 1 tablespoon spicy bean sauce Also known as Dou Ban Jiang; omit for milder taste
  • 1 tablespoon hot chili oil Adjust according to heat tolerance
For the Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds Optional but recommended
  • 2 pieces scallions Finely chopped; can use chives
  • 1 handful cilantro Optional
  • 4 leaves Romaine lettuce Can substitute with any leafy green

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1¼ cups of all-purpose flour and 1/8 teaspoon of salt. Gradually add ½ cup of warm water, mixing until you achieve a sticky dough. Cover and let it rest for 1 hour.
  2. Gently knead the dough on a floured surface for a minute, then divide into four equal portions. Coat each ball with vegetable oil and let them sit for 10 minutes.
  3. Roll each dough ball on a floured surface until thin and nearly translucent, about 8 to 10 inches in diameter.
  4. Place a skillet over medium-high heat and add a tablespoon of vegetable oil, ensuring the surface is well-coated.
  5. Once the skillet is ready, lay one rolled-out dough portion into the hot oil and cook for about 30 seconds until golden brown.
  6. Crack an egg into the center of the cooked dough and spread it out evenly. Cook until the egg starts to set, about 30 seconds.
  7. Drizzle a little more oil around the edge of the pancake and carefully flip it over. Cook for another 10 seconds until the egg is fully cooked and the dough is golden brown.
  8. Transfer the cooked Ji Dan Bing to a plate, spread sweet bean sauce and spicy bean sauce if using, then sprinkle with sesame seeds, scallions, and cilantro.
  9. Place a fresh Romaine lettuce leaf on top of your Ji Dan Bing and roll it up tightly. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allowing the dough to rest helps develop gluten, resulting in chewy, tender Ji Dan Bing. Serve immediately for the best experience.

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