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Jian Bing Beijing Style Chinese Breakfast Burrito Recipe

Unlock the secrets of Beijing street food with this authentic Jian Bing recipe! This recipe simplifies the iconic Chinese breakfast burrito, perfect for home cooks. Learn how to create the crispy crepe, perfectly cooked egg, and savory sauce combination, all topped with crispy, square-shaped Youtiao (Chinese crullers). A taste of 1993 Beijing, now in your kitchen! Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 390.8 kcal
Protein 26g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Jian Bing Beijing Style Chinese Breakfast Burrito

  • All Purpose Flour
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil + ½ teaspoon vegetable oil + ½ teaspoon vegetable oil
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup water + ¼ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • Chinese Chili Sauce
  • Sweet Bean Paste
  • Eggs
  • Crackers

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How to Make Jian Bing Beijing Style Chinese Breakfast Burrito

  1. **Make the crepe batter:** In a bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, ½ cup milk, and ½ cup water until completely smooth and lump-free.
  2. **Prepare the green onion sauce:** Heat ½ teaspoon vegetable oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons chopped green onions and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce and ½ tablespoon chili garlic sauce. Cook for 1 minute. Add ¼ cup water and stir to combine. Set aside.
  3. **Cook the Jian Bing:** Lightly coat a large (8-12 inch) skillet or griddle with ½ teaspoon vegetable oil using a paper towel. Heat over medium-high heat until hot.
  4. **Pour the batter:** Pour ½ cup of batter onto the hot skillet and quickly spread it into an 8x12 inch thin crepe using a spatula.
  5. **Add the egg:** Cook for 30 seconds. Crack 1 large egg onto the crepe and spread it evenly with the back of a spoon.
  6. **Flip and cook:** Cook for about 1 minute until the egg is partially set and the crepe begins to brown. Flip and cook for another minute until the egg is lightly browned.
  7. **Add the sauce and cilantro:** Spread the green onion sauce evenly over the cooked egg. Sprinkle with 2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro.
  8. **Add the Youtiao:** Place half of a flat, square Youtiao (Chinese cruller) in the center of the crepe.
  9. **Fold and serve:** Fold both sides of the crepe over the Youtiao, then fold in half. Use a folded paper towel to hold it while eating. Repeat steps 3-9 to make three more Jian Bing.
  10. Enjoy immediately! Your homemade Beijing Jian Bing is ready to savor.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

38g

Fat

17g

Carbs

16g

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Weeknight 15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Cuisine Preparation Occasion Beijing Breakfast Asian Chinese