Scallion Pancakes Worth Waiting 3 Hours For

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4 жыл бұрын

Scallion pancakes, or congyoubing, are a common breakfast item in Shanghai. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they can be found in snack shops all over the city. And this particular store is so popular that people sometimes wait three hours just for a pancake.
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Producer and Videographer: Benjamin Zhou
Editor: Hanley Chu
Mastering: Victor Peña
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@angelad.8944 4 жыл бұрын

I pray that someone will come along that has a passion for this and be his apprentice. Man or woman, it doesn't matter. It's obvious that there is something special there, to be preserved, honored and celebrated. Thank you for sharing this hardworking mans story with us.

@still451 4 жыл бұрын

Many old Chinese shops are like that, no matter men or women. They only stick to their industry.

@mescellaneous 3 жыл бұрын

i think he's just steadfast. there is no secret to slowcooking. cooking slow is the best way to keep moisture, cook evenly and not char anything. i slow cook my chicken all the time :). secret to food is low temp and animal fat (he uses lard). but sometimes the best products are not the most profitable.

@veenibik336 3 жыл бұрын

Ask Gordon Ramsay, he will

@zohoro96 3 жыл бұрын

It wont be easy u know like its a tough and a very little rewarding job like when you are young working to make pancakes would not really cross their mind like of course his kid dont want to learn to make pancakes looking at his dad like that with almost no room for fun or break with little reward from the business like yeah its tough......

@veenibik336 3 жыл бұрын

@@zohoro96 i bet Gorson Ramsay will still learn it. Even though its just for a while.

@jerrywu5797 3 жыл бұрын

阿大葱油饼 a true legend. I lived near in the neighborhood super close to his food stall (glad he opened a large store) in my first 18 years, and his 葱油饼 is so good that I had it at least twice a month. No wonder he’s now famed, his recipe never changed before and after food channels started reporting his business. It’s a sad reality that it’s so intense and is not considered a great job, thus not everyone’s into this pancake balking. I truly miss his pancake and his insistence on quality, which I found scarce these days.

@vincentlee7937 3 жыл бұрын

He worked so hard and he’s so proud of it, it makes me sad looking at his poor back. What a strong will, it takes a lot of discipline to work so much, his brand name is truly created through his own sweat tears and blood.

@nowtmrb3337 3 жыл бұрын

@Captain Kirk Sure id like to see you try to make 300 a day

@nowtmrb3337 3 жыл бұрын

@Captain Kirk You know that age affects his body and it hit him hard look at his fucking back it aint easy for him as it is easy for you

@ericlin2992 3 жыл бұрын

@@nowtmrb3337 he's a troll. He prob can't even boil water.

@vincentnguyen3068 3 жыл бұрын

Sup Vincent, I'm Vincent from Vietnam

@user-yr3ze3qi2j 3 жыл бұрын

@Captain Kirk captain what the hell what are you doing here you old groof your surpose to control the ship

@AaLLLLL 3 жыл бұрын

Fun fact: If you can speak Chinese, you will find he speaks in a quite swaggy style.

@optimific 3 жыл бұрын

How much a person's personality do we miss when we don't know their language? What a fantastic discussion. Thank you for sharing this comment!! You've got me thinking about it. We see him as a dedicated, sad old man cooking. When in reality, that's not all that defines him. But most people won't know that because they can't understand all the verbal and non verbal queues.

@ThePatank 3 жыл бұрын

you can kind of tell by the way he says "i ate too much" at the end

@watercresssoup2283 3 жыл бұрын

as a chinese, he sound way younger than your usual 60 y/o man as well

@nhicao3438 3 жыл бұрын

What is swaggy style?

@dannymao6353 3 жыл бұрын

Becoz he speaks some shanghai dialect.

@Rabbittomaru 3 жыл бұрын

The lady who narrated this script, everytime she pronounced every Chinese words is *on point* with its original accent. 👍 *great job!* 💐

@melaniescarlet01 4 жыл бұрын

I feel heartbroken that his son doesn't want to follow his footsteps (I know it's unfair to force someone to do something) and no apprentice seems to last in the long hours of work :( I just hope he still finds happiness and contentment in his work despite everything.

@zohoro96 3 жыл бұрын

@familia3sgte 3 жыл бұрын

His son deserves his own life. He's free to do whatever he wants. Respecting your parents doesn't necessarily mean following in their footsteps.

@disneyrockz12 3 жыл бұрын

Would you like to follow on his footsteps?

@dsownz1 3 жыл бұрын

wtf is this comment lol

@pilopolo5957 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe his son looked for a office professional job so his father need not to work for long period everyday.

@NatalieRealEstate 3 жыл бұрын

His poor back. He looks older than 63.

@andrewzhang4054 3 жыл бұрын

Even my 90 years old grandpa looks better.

@NatalieRealEstate 3 жыл бұрын

@@andrewzhang4054 poor guy needs a vacation + massage!

@NatalieRealEstate 3 жыл бұрын

@1 2 or just from bending over making pancakes all day for years....

@MrLeonardee 3 жыл бұрын

@1 2 he's shanghainese, no rice picking for him. most modern city in china since ww2

@Phoen1xChan 3 жыл бұрын

@@andrewzhang4054 Thought the same thing, my granddad is 87, and he looks younger and healthier.

@chuuu4610 3 жыл бұрын

3:40 That lady is so sweet, not everyone thinks about the person behind and buys less.

@squeedum4893 3 жыл бұрын

We need to crowdfund this man a back brace for his kyphosis.

@alexliu5636 4 жыл бұрын

I got to try his scallion pancakes if I go to Shanghai .

@Yoursoul101 3 жыл бұрын

He should just charge 2 dollars a pancake and work half the day.

@juliuscaesar1062 3 жыл бұрын

he should charge 3 dollars and work 1/3 the day

@blak_ket 3 жыл бұрын

Some chef just like to watch the costumer's smile and delight when they eat the food that they made.

@chicanohek 3 жыл бұрын

@@juliuscaesar1062 i see where your going with this, reminds me of 5 minute abs

@bigboiganiga8356 3 жыл бұрын

I see what you trying to say. But 2 dollars is a lot of money is Chinese currency. Asking 2 dollars for something simple like scallion pancake is like asking 10 dollars for a slice of pizza(not even with pepperoni kind).

@tentailmadara2500 3 жыл бұрын

Then people will buy the 1$ pancake

@Mannecady 3 жыл бұрын

Scallion pancakes are one of my favorite savory treats to make. Takes time and definitely patience. I hope somebody comes along to continue on with the hard work he put into making his business.

@davecohn5546 3 жыл бұрын

A man of character, commitment and passion. How desperately the world needs more people like this.

@yay4949 3 жыл бұрын

This man is the true meaning of HARD WORK.

@hwb929299 3 жыл бұрын

When I was in elementary school, my grandpa picked me up from school every friday. We always went to the nearby food market for these. That was his favorite. However, you rarely find these cooked in the traditional way anymore in mid areas of Shanghai, due to the hygiene regulation.

@cookbook800 4 жыл бұрын

I wish I could try these, handmade food exceeds all food that you could purchase in grocery stores.

@BadAssBullet12 3 жыл бұрын

can someone go there and treat his hunchback? So that he keeps his business going even further.

@NestyAngel 3 жыл бұрын

Was thinking the same thing!

@heeroyuy2253 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe chiro guy Joseph Cipriano can have a vacation in China and chirostraight this guy using that famous y-strap multiple times for the ultimate pleasure and result. The chive pancake tradition should be protected at all cost!

@mangagod 3 жыл бұрын

What he needs is someone to continue his business. He needs help otherwise he wouldn't be doing it all himself.

@JoeARedHawk275 3 жыл бұрын

His back bent from carrying the business

@kevinkusuma9002 3 жыл бұрын

@@heeroyuy2253 idk, but that bad of a hunchback i assume would need at least surgery. A chiro might mess it up even further. But idk im just guessing im no expert

@tr7287 3 жыл бұрын

I love videos like these. Keep it up, Goldthread!

@mon6745 8 ай бұрын

This is so beautiful- who ever decided to film how he leaves as a juxtaposition of how he works is just brilliant. Such a cool dude!

@emilychen4161 3 жыл бұрын

soul food. UGH. miss this so much.

@MarkWilliams-bs6qr 3 жыл бұрын

yes me too I miss it so much also.

@MarkWilliams-bs6qr 3 жыл бұрын

I came across your comment here. I really want friendship with you

@Manjunn 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making this video, it made me miss Shanghai quite a bit! I used to work near this street but never discovered his shop. What a loss!

@jerrylim8884 3 жыл бұрын

Im willing to be his apprentice and continue his work of art. It’s beautiful in my eyes.

@davudlastname2545 4 жыл бұрын

I've walked by a few times and it does smell great

@vintkh629 3 жыл бұрын

wish there was a way to start a gofundme for him to get treatment for his back :/

@TheDeepti27 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for giving us some great content.

@GameaRay 3 жыл бұрын

man this guys back from carrying the business on his shoulder for this long

@tommyluvstraci 3 жыл бұрын

I love watching craftsmen like this gentleman.

@georgewbushcenterforintell147 3 жыл бұрын

Such a humble and honest man ..

@ciganyweaverandherperiwink6293 3 жыл бұрын

I totally believe this video title. These sorts of pancakes always taste WAY better than I think they will, when made well. Same goes for Korean yachajeon. So incredibly basic in concept yet during the frying, something mysterious and truly magical must happen. :) Yum.

@J-GUT 3 жыл бұрын

He removes the greasy texture but not the oily flavour by baking them... That’s so smart. I do this with some foods but never baked goods!

@chicanohek 3 жыл бұрын

I've had these before, worth the trip to Shanghai!

@whywho8887 4 жыл бұрын

Not sure I wait for that long but I do love those pancakes. Bit different from the thin ones we see here in the States.

@cvasoyan6065 4 жыл бұрын

My friend had me wait for a seat at one of her favorite vietnamese restaurant in La Mirada, Calif and it was well worth it. Next time we'll make a reservation...LOL

@aznsh0rty9565 3 жыл бұрын

i hope everyone can continue support this hardworking man!

@fusion325 3 жыл бұрын

my grandpa made this everyday back then and I've gotten sick of it for the past 5 years. But now I wish I could taste his cooking again

@still451 4 жыл бұрын

If he sell one piece for ¥1.5, one day 300 is ¥450, one month rest 4 days. He only earn ¥11,700 not included rent, cost and worker salary. So maybe at the end he just got ¥4K-5K? Not easy to survive with ¥4k-5K in Shanghai, one basic room cost rental of ¥4K in Shanghai. Such a honest and dedicated man, he just want to keep the tradition but not attracted into huge benefit. This is the spirit of many old Chinese in olden times. We younger, must learn from them. Salute.

@kateli1880 3 жыл бұрын

He could raise the price to ¥2 or 3 and get more money.. people will still buy.. the lard and oven frying are extra labors with annual inflation.

@LinhNguyen-dy4ym 3 жыл бұрын

They're over 1 dollar a piece, pretty sure it's more than 1.5RMB

@jojojo3539 3 жыл бұрын

I hope someone help him with his back. Grandpa works so hard from dawn to evening. He needs more helping hand so he can have some resting hours.

@yawenliu6648 2 жыл бұрын

Respect for this master!

@halemmerich4580 3 жыл бұрын

Ate this pancake before. it was really good!

@laurak-e8797 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! This is just pure dedication on both sides of these scallion pancakes. I feel bad about making the frozen ones for tonight's dinner now. ._.

@alana6806 3 жыл бұрын

Respect to this man

@joyjoyoo 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, I remember last time I went to Shanghai it was in the residential. Didn't know he opened a shop!!!!

@karlirvine8774 3 жыл бұрын

I saw the line visiting Shanghai on holiday, and was like .... it’s too damn hot for standing, went to this other old guys bbq place waited 15 minutes for the best bbq in the world.

@Andromeister27 3 жыл бұрын

4:52 look at all his groupies lmao

@phattyboomboom7326 3 жыл бұрын

It looks like Uncle Wu takes good lovingly care of his Scallion Pancakes.👍🏻👏🏻👍🏻

@goldienelson 2 жыл бұрын

That was awesome.

@gksweetmimi 3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately his passion as taken a toll on is health. He starts making the dough at 3 in the morning when he should be sleeping. Sleeping replenishes all body tissues, bones ect. He is 63 but looks way older and his spine has Unfortunately been affected from lack of proper sleep cycle., long hours on the feet ect. If he had help he could start making the dough in the evening and leave in overnight, as he gets up early anyhow. I will take the extra step and bake mine and see how they turn out.

@PkingForGangstas 3 жыл бұрын

"his spine has Unfortunately been affected from lack of proper sleep cycle., long hours on the feet ect. " wtf are you talking about. This has nothing to do with his back/Spine.

@Jgeebeesg 3 жыл бұрын

@@PkingForGangstas yeah for real the dude just has bad posture. Even now his back CAN be corrected. It would just be a more painful process and would take years to reverse muscle growth that happened from him hunching over.

@dask7428 3 жыл бұрын

What are you even saying

@wonhoscake1214 3 жыл бұрын

What are you talking about? He doesn’t even look 63. His back was caused by bad posture and a medical problem that wasn’t lack of sleep

@bend5963 3 жыл бұрын

Hope this man finds a worthy successor

@rebebecc 3 жыл бұрын

mad respect for the guy

@LECityLECLEC 3 жыл бұрын

A true hero!

@heatherericaceae133 3 жыл бұрын

i did make one and it smells amazing....

@RockLotus80 3 жыл бұрын

This is just like that Chinese novel. A Valiant Life. Scallion pancakes for life!

@J_Z666 6 ай бұрын

he deserves all the respect

@aps125 3 жыл бұрын

Ada 阿大 is the most famous scallion pancake stand in shanghai, just FYI. But this is NOT the authentic version I grew up with. It's deep fried in lard and too greasy. The more traditional version uses much less fat.

@Liuhuayue 3 жыл бұрын

It's so popular even during Coronavirus times. That really speaks for this remarkable business.

@johnhung8393 3 жыл бұрын

One of the few times I would click for a mainlander video. This dude is BOSS!

@liasuriyanisuriyani8395 4 жыл бұрын

Nice

@woolfel 4 жыл бұрын

wow, I make scallion pancakes for my family, but I don't use his technique. that is very labor intensive

@hihola5650 3 жыл бұрын

Wow this is like the live version of valient life🤩

@kylin3197 4 жыл бұрын

all these places to visit in Shanghai!! will Goldthread cover the Sihang Warehouse in upcoming movie 800 that takes place in Shanghai?!

@humectanianha8261 3 жыл бұрын

爸爸身体健康～年年有余💚💙💚💙

@faataatiatupuolajr8799 4 жыл бұрын

God bless you 😁

@gearsau 3 жыл бұрын

I saw him on a Rick Stein video about Shanghai. A long queue too get a scallion.

@mayaw7148 3 жыл бұрын

Would love to apprentice tbh. Seems naive to say, but I really do think it is amazing what he does and others like him.

@redtobertshateshandles 3 жыл бұрын

You would become famous too.

@wulung5943 3 жыл бұрын

Best scallion pancakes in the world. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

@mr.goldfarmer4883 3 жыл бұрын

Damn that looks good.

@a5125474 4 жыл бұрын

Hey, Xwedê belaxwe gihandîyo! Ayy, çi qasî xweş dixuyin!

@whitepod 2 жыл бұрын

respect

@tomarintomarin9520 3 жыл бұрын

That thing is the best with beer I tell you

@nuhabdirahman2990 3 жыл бұрын

Where are all the chiropractors who make videos for nothing i challenge their talent with this wonderful man.

@kristynzink1433 3 жыл бұрын

A chiropracter won't fix this, he needs corrective surgery and physical therapy.

@diggingmystyle 3 жыл бұрын

I'm willing to learn and bring it to the U.S.

@Eszra 3 жыл бұрын

Such a good man needs help cause he clearly needs a rest. Hes so bent over.

@andrewzhang4054 3 жыл бұрын

Honestly, I have no idea if his back can be fixed. Or it will last for the rest of his life.

@Gravytrain894 3 жыл бұрын

I really wish his son or daughter changes their mind in due time so they can help and inherit this mans business! Its heart breaking to hear how he wants to hand down his skills yet hasnt found anyone willing yet.. Reminds me so much of my dad who constantly wants me to inherit his and learn from him. Im just so damn fucking stubborn. I really hate myself sometimes. Anyways, this is some awesome stuff and would love to try this one day!

@jw7268 3 жыл бұрын

Discipline is a trait that cannot just be taught. Also perhaps the son feels he can make more money with less effort. After seeing what his dad goes through every day I don't blame him.

@adam973 3 жыл бұрын

Does anyone know where his shop is located?

@shogun2heroicvictories15 3 жыл бұрын

Parents work hard, They know how hard their work is, how little they can make, so in reality they want their children to do something else, to get a better education. very rare to see any parents wanting their children to inherit something that is hard.

@genocidegrand2057 4 жыл бұрын

love scallion pancake. tried making it myself always end up not too good. hard to get good lard

@hynori1819 3 жыл бұрын

I got calculus exam in 10 mins but I'm hungry so I watch this to satisfy my hunger

@fasterthanjesus9695 3 жыл бұрын

I JUST SUBBED!

@heidiguo2678 3 жыл бұрын

工匠精神！

@slalomie 3 жыл бұрын

It’s sad to see how bad his back is. My parents are older than him and worked in restaurants for 30+ years and look more youthful. His food looks great. It’s a bit surprising he only sells 300 of them a day - I think the time and limited space in that oven really limits the number he’s able to make a day. I hope he’s able to pass on the business to someone worthy and retire peacefully one day.

@TankTastic 3 жыл бұрын

Man I miss Shanghai

@sekarayu8600 2 жыл бұрын

Hongkong 👍👍yes

@yabachaaa3250 3 жыл бұрын

That's like part-time waiting in line

@dillonlol7409 3 жыл бұрын

i would wait a lifetime

@ETamJP 3 жыл бұрын

Interesting use of an oven for the finish. I think that’s like a naan-style bread?

@beepbeep670 3 жыл бұрын

It’s more like a biscuit- bread thingy!! :D

@ivysn13 4 жыл бұрын

quote " its hard to n=make a name put yourself out there but craft is easy to destroy and changed"

@maggiejetson7904 2 жыл бұрын

Man, his back is hunch, a lot of hard work for that 300 pancakes a day. $1 each is not going to be enough for his contribution.

@yao855 3 жыл бұрын

I had his pancake and it was ok, but definitely not the best. I’ve seen more than a dozen of interviews of him and the guy is a genius in marketing.

@chrisklark4879 2 жыл бұрын

Whatever God this man believes in please bless this amazing man. Take away any pain he has and grant him pure happiness

@rochipbee881 3 жыл бұрын

buy it online just as good

@misubi 3 жыл бұрын

Hope his back pain gets better.

@Rayshader 3 жыл бұрын

Breakfast time, order your lunch now

@plootow1622 3 жыл бұрын

Reporter: do you eat scallion pancakes for breakfast? Chef: rarely Reporter: why? Chef: I have had too much. Me: I have to try it once day but 3 hours wait, I don't know.