Explore the Authentic Recipe for Tokyo Pancake (Khanom Tokyo), a Thai Street Food Favourite

Tokyo Pancake, known as "khanom Tokyo" in Thai, is a popular street food in Thailand. This thin pancake is filled and rolled, offering both savoury and sweet options. Common fillings include custard cream, sausage, and quail eggs. The dish's name likely emerged during the 1960s when trade between Thailand and Japan was flourishing, introducing Japanese desserts to Thai cuisine.

• Pancake:
• 1 cup (140 grams) wheat flour
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• 2 eggs
• ½ cup (110 grams) sugar
• ½ cup (125 ml) fresh milk
• Filling:
• Oil
• 50 grams minced pork
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• Assembly:
• 1 teaspoon oil
• Sausage
• Quail egg
• Flavouring, to taste
• Pepper, to taste



• Sifter
• Bowl
• Pan
• Brush for oil or butter

Procedure

Batter

1. Sift together the flour and baking soda.
2. Beat the eggs and sugar in a bowl. Add milk gradually, alternating with the flour mixture.
3. Mix until the sugar dissolves. Do not overbeat.
4. Let the batter rest for five minutes.

Filling

1. Fry minced pork in a pan with oil over high heat until cooked.
2. Add soy sauce for seasoning and set aside.

Assembly

1. Warm a pan and brush it with butter or oil.
2. Pour some batter onto the pan to form a thin pancake.
3. Add sausage or quail egg on top of the pancake. Place minced pork over it.
4. Add flavouring and pepper as desired.
5. Roll up the pancake and serve warm.

Nutritional Values

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	250 kcal per serving*
Total Fat	12 g*
Saturated Fat	4 g*
Sodium	300 mg*
Total Carbohydrates	28 g*
Sugars	12 g*
Protein	8 g*
*Approximate values based on standard ingredients used.

The Tokyo Pancake is a delightful blend of flavours that captures the essence of Thai street food. Its versatility allows for both sweet and savoury variations, making it a favourite among locals and tourists alike. Whether enjoyed as a snack or dessert, this dish offers a unique taste experience that reflects cultural fusion.