Chinese Doughnuts
Long, golden fried dough sticks, crisp outside and airy inside. Traditionally eaten with congee or soy milk.
- Prep
- 30 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Serves
- 8
- Level
- Medium
Called youtiao, these are a classic Chinese breakfast. They puff up dramatically when fried.
Rest the dough well for the best texture.
Chinese Doughnuts
45 min total · approx. 210 kcal per serving
Ingredients
Servings
Method
- Mix the flour, baking powder, bicarbonate and salt. Add the oil and water and knead into a soft dough.
- Cover and rest for at least 2 hours.
- Roll out and cut into strips. Stack two strips and press down the middle with a chopstick.
- Stretch slightly and fry at 190°C for 1–2 minutes until puffed and golden.
Cook's noteRest the dough overnight in the fridge for extra puff.
Calories are an estimate per serving. Diet tags are a guide only: always check ingredient labels for allergens, and see our food safety note.
