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Grass Jelly Pancakes Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup grass jelly, diced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Special equipment needed:
- Non-stick skillet or griddle
- Spatula

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the egg and then add milk and vegetable oil. Mix well.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until smooth.
4. Fold in the diced grass jelly.
5. Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat.
6. Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake.
7. Cook until bubbles form on the surface of the pancake, then flip and cook until golden brown.
8. Repeat until all the batter is used up.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
Makes 8-10 pancakes

Nutritional information:
Per serving (1 pancake):
Calories: 130
Fat: 4g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 3g
Sodium: 170mg
Sugar: 7g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- All-purpose flour can be substituted with whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour.
- Grass jelly can be substituted with diced fruit or chocolate chips.

Variations:
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the batter for extra flavor.
- Top with whipped cream or syrup for a sweeter pancake.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the skillet or griddle is hot before pouring the batter.
- Use a non-stick skillet or griddle to prevent the pancakes from sticking.
- Don't overmix the batter, as it can make the pancakes tough.

Storage instructions:
Store leftover pancakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
Reheat pancakes in the microwave for 30 seconds or in a toaster oven until warm.

Presentation ideas:
Stack the pancakes on a plate and drizzle with syrup or whipped cream. Garnish with fresh fruit or a sprig of mint.

Garnishes:
Fresh fruit, whipped cream, syrup, mint leaves.

Pairings:
Serve with a cup of coffee or tea.

Suggested side dishes:
Bacon, scrambled eggs, fresh fruit.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pancakes are too thick, add a little more milk to the batter.
- If the pancakes are too thin, add a little more flour to the batter.

Food safety advice:
Make sure the grass jelly is fresh and not expired.

Food history:
Grass jelly is a popular ingredient in Asian desserts and drinks. It is made from the leaves of the Mesona chinensis plant and has a slightly bitter taste.

Flavor profiles:
Sweet, slightly bitter, and chewy.

Serving suggestions:
Serve as a breakfast or dessert dish.

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