Crispy Fried Dough Sticks
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of **Crispy Fried Dough Sticks**, a beloved snack known for its golden, airy texture and addictive flavor. Perfectly shaped and deep-fried to puffy perfection, these light and chewy sticks are made from a simple yet perfectly balanced dough of all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a hint of sugar and salt. With a short resting period to enhance the texture, each piece is gently fried in hot oil to create the signature golden crust and hollow interior. These versatile treats are ideal for breakfast or as an anytime snack and can be enjoyed plain, dipped in soy milk, or paired with your favorite sauces. Whether you're recreating the authentic flavors of an Asian street market or simply exploring a new recipe, these homemade fried dough sticks are guaranteed to delight your taste buds. Keywords: crispy fried dough, Chinese dough sticks, homemade deep-fried snacks, airy fried bread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams All-purpose flour
- 10 grams Baking powder
- 5 grams Salt
- 20 grams Sugar
- 250 milliliters Water
- 25 milliliters Neutral oil (for dough)
- 1000 milliliters Neutral oil (for frying)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Mix well to ensure the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
Gradually add the water and neutral oil for the dough into the flour mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon or hands until the dough starts coming together.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough feels too sticky, sprinkle with a little more flour as needed.
Shape the kneaded dough into a ball and place it back into the mixing bowl. Cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let it rest for at least 1 hour at room temperature or in the refrigerator overnight for better texture.
After resting, turn the dough onto a floured surface and roll it out into a rectangular sheet, about 0.5 cm thick.
Cut the dough into strips approximately 1 inch wide and 6 inches long. Stack two strips on top of each other, pressing down gently in the center with a chopstick to bind them together. Repeat with the remaining strips.
Preheat the neutral oil for frying in a deep pan or wok to 180°C (355°F). It's important to use enough oil to fully submerge the dough sticks.
Carefully stretch each piece of dough slightly and gently lower them into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Fry the dough sticks for about 3-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and puffed up.
Remove the fried dough sticks from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Repeat with the remaining dough.
Serve warm by themselves or with a side of soy milk or dipping sauce of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
10601 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 1029.0 g | 1319% | |
| Saturated Fat | 144.2 g | 721% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2957 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 329.8 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.8 g | ||
| Protein | 41.3 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 18.6 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 429 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
