Redbloom Scallion Pancake Taco Recipe

Introduction

Who says tacos have to be conventional? This Redbloom Scallion Pancake Taco takes your taste buds on an exhilarating journey, blending Taiwanese scallion pancakes with a hearty prawn mince and topping it all off with the signature Redbloom seasoning. Read on for the full scoop on how to make this fusion dish a reality.

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Ingredients

For the Prawn Mince

• 6 basil leaves, chopped
• 1 lb Alaskan prawn, minced
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp granulated garlic or hing
• 2 tbsp Taiwanese cooking wine
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 0.5 lemon, squeezed

For the Stir Fry

• 2 tbsp avocado oil
• 1 tsp black pepper

For the Taco

• 3 scallion pancakes
• 3 tbsp avocado oil (1 for each pancake)
• Arugula to preference
• 0.5 lemon, squeezed
• 2 green onions, julienned
• 2 cocktail cucumbers, julienned
• 3 tsp Redbloom seasoning (1 for each pancake)

Kitchen Tools Needed

• Two frying pans
• Mixing bowls
• Spatula
• Knife
• Cutting board

Method

Preparing the Prawn Mince

1. Combine the minced basil and prawn in a mixing bowl.
2. Add in soy sauce, oyster sauce, granulated garlic (or hing), Taiwanese cooking wine, and cornstarch.
3. Mix well with your hands.
4. Squeeze in the juice of half a lemon and mix again to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.

Stir Fry the Prawn Mince

5. Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add 2 tbsp of avocado oil.

6. Once the oil is hot, add in the prawn mince and shape it into a pancake for a nice crust.

7. Season the prawn mince with black pepper.

8. Sear the prawn pancake for 90 seconds.

9. Crank up the heat to medium-high and give the prawn mince a good toss.

10. Flatten it back into a pancake shape and sear for another 60 seconds.

11. Give it one last toss for 30 seconds, then remove from the pan and set aside.

Preparing the Scallion Pancakes

12. In a new pan over medium heat, add 1 tbsp of avocado oil.
13. Place one scallion pancake into the pan and sear for 60-90 seconds on each side.
14. Remove and repeat for the remaining two scallion pancakes.

Assembling the Taco

15. Lay out a scallion pancake and add a layer of arugula.
16. Next, place your prawn mince on top of the arugula.
17. Garnish with julienned green onions and cocktail cucumbers.
18. Squeeze the remaining half lemon over the ingredients.
19. Finish off with a sprinkle of Redbloom seasoning.

Conclusion

And there you have it! A delightful Redbloom Scallion Pancake Taco that's a fusion feast of flavors and textures. From the crispy scallion pancake to the juicy prawn mince and the fresh veggies, every bite is a unique experience that will leave you wanting more.