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Scallion Pancake Reina Pepiada Roll

Avocado chicken salad inspired by reina pepiada wrapped in crisp scallion pancakes.

Vehicle

scallion pancake

Inspiration

Venezuelan / Chinese

Flavor Profile

creamy, savory, mild

Meal Type

lunch

Protein

seafood

Spice Level

mild

Texture

crispy

Difficulty

easy

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

10 minutes

Total Time

30 minutes

Prep Style

quick-weeknight

Tags

handheld, chicken, mild, lunch

Notebook Entry

Description

Reina pepiada filling stays cool and creamy while the warm flaky pancake adds contrast.

Ingredients

  • 4 frozen scallion pancakes
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp chopped cilantro
  • 2 tbsp minced red onion
  • Salt and pepper

Preparation

  1. Cook scallion pancakes until crisp.
  2. Mash avocado with mayo and lime juice.
  3. Fold in chicken, cilantro, and red onion.
  4. Season with salt and pepper.

Assembly

  1. Spread chicken-avocado mix over pancakes.
  2. Roll tightly and slice in half.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve with hot sauce on the side.
  • Pair with cucumber salad.

Notes or Variations

  • Add diced celery for crunch.
  • Use canned tuna instead of chicken.