Crab Stick and Perilla Leaf Pancakes: Simple & Delicious Side Dish
How to Make Easy Crab Stick and Perilla Leaf Pancakes: A Delightful Side Dish Even Kids Will Love
Experience the delightful combination of tender crab sticks and fragrant perilla leaves! Wrapping crab sticks with perilla leaves reduces richness while enhancing the flavor, making them incredibly delicious. The preparation is so simple, perfect for kids’ snacks or an elegant side dish for dinner. Even children who dislike perilla leaves will surely enjoy them with this recipe!
Main Ingredients- 12 imitation crab sticks
- 6 fresh perilla leaves
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the perilla leaves thoroughly under running water. Trim off the tough stem ends with a knife, and then cut each perilla leaf in half. (Tip: You can also use whole perilla leaves without cutting them in half to wrap the crab sticks entirely. The perilla leaves help balance the richness of the crab sticks, effectively cutting through any potential gaminess.)
Step 2
Place one imitation crab stick on a half-piece of perilla leaf. Carefully roll the perilla leaf around the crab stick, ensuring it’s wrapped snugly. Place them seam-side down to prevent them from unraveling.
Step 3
In a small bowl, crack the two eggs and add a pinch of salt. Whisk them gently with chopsticks or a whisk until well combined, creating a smooth egg wash.
Step 4
Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add a generous amount of cooking oil. Carefully pick up each perilla-wrapped crab stick and dip it into the egg wash, ensuring it’s evenly coated. Gently place the coated crab sticks into the hot pan, seam-side down first.
Step 5
Since both imitation crab sticks and perilla leaves are safe to eat raw, you only need to cook them until the egg coating is golden and set. Fry them for a short time on each side, flipping gently, and your delicious crab stick and perilla leaf pancakes will be ready in no time.
Step 6
Isn’t it simple? These finished crab stick and perilla leaf pancakes are a wonderful side dish that even children who are picky about perilla leaves can enjoy with their rice. They taste even better dipped in ketchup or your favorite sauce, so be sure to give this recipe a try!
