Aromatic Spring Delight: Making Wild Chive Pancakes (Naengyi Buchimgae)
The Charm of Spring Greens! Healthy and Delicious Pancakes Made with Freshly Picked Wild Chives
Spring has sprung, bringing with it the delightful season of Naengyi (wild chives)! Come and create fragrant pancakes using fresh wild chives that were picked with your children during a weekend outing. Making Naengyi dishes will fill your home with the scent of spring, reminiscent of cherished childhood memories. These pancakes, made with fresh wild chives gathered under the warm spring sun, are not only visually appealing and delicious but also a healthy treat. It’s a wonderful opportunity to bond with your kids while cooking together!
Main Ingredients
- 1 generous handful of fresh wild chives (pick extra if they have a lot of soil)
- 1 cup pancake mix
- 1/3 cup glutinous rice flour (for extra crispiness)
- 1 egg
- 1 1/2 cups water (adjust for desired batter consistency)
Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Since the wild chives were freshly picked, they likely have a lot of soil. Rinse them thoroughly under running water multiple times until the water runs clear. Trim off any tough root ends and use primarily the tender leaves for a softer texture.
Step 2
After washing the wild chives clean, place them in a colander to drain the water completely. It’s crucial to remove excess moisture, as any remaining water can make the batter too thin.
Step 3
In a large bowl, combine the pancake mix, glutinous rice flour, egg, water, and salt. Whisk or stir with a spatula until smooth and lump-free, creating a slightly thin batter. This consistency helps the ingredients mix well and results in tender pancakes.
Step 4
Add the drained wild chives to the batter. Gently mix with chopsticks or a spatula, ensuring that each strand of wild chive is evenly coated with the batter. Be careful not to break the chives while mixing.
Step 5
Heat a frying pan over medium-low heat with a generous amount of oil. Ladle about one portion of the batter onto the hot pan and spread it thinly. Cook until golden brown and crispy on both sides, flipping occasionally. Your delicious wild chive pancakes, bursting with spring aroma, are now ready to be enjoyed! Best served immediately while warm.
