Youtiao

Ingredients

• •2 cups all-purpose flour
• •3/4 cup water
• •1/2 teaspoon salt
• •1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• •1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• •1 tablespoon vegetable oil plus more for frying
• •2 quarts vegetable oil for deep frying

Directions

1. 1Mix flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda in a bowl.
2. 2Add water and 1 tablespoon oil, stirring until a soft dough forms. Knead for 5 minutes until smooth.
3. 3Cover dough and let rest at room temperature for 1-2 hours.
4. 4Roll dough into a 1/4-inch thick rectangle on an oiled surface. Cut into strips about 1 inch wide and 4 inches long.
5. 5Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep pot or wok.
6. 6Stretch each dough strip slightly and fry 2-3 at a time until golden brown and puffy, about 2 minutes per side.
7. 7Drain on paper towels and serve hot with congee, soy milk, or sweet sauce.

💡 Youtiao dough needs a long rest to relax and hydrate. Stretching freshly mixed dough produces short, dense sticks instead of airy fried crullers.

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