Crispy Fried Dough Sticks
Indulge in the delightful crunch of **Crispy Fried Dough Sticks**, a timeless favorite with a golden exterior and irresistibly soft, airy center. Perfect for breakfast, a midday snack, or a comforting treat, these lightly sweetened and subtly savory sticks are made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a touch of sugar. The recipe comes together with a simple kneading process and a resting period that enhances the dough’s texture, ensuring a light and puffy result. Deep-fried to perfection, each stick is beautifully golden and wonderfully crisp, making an ideal pairing with a warm cup of soy milk or your favorite dipping sauce. With just 20 minutes of cooking time, this classic treat is as easy to prepare as it is satisfying. Perfect for anyone who loves Asian-style fried dough or is craving a quick, crispy snack.
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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)
Directions
Step 1
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.
Step 2
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.
Step 3
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.
Step 4
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.
Step 5
After resting, turn the dough onto a floured surface and roll it out into a rectangular sheet, about 0.5 cm thick.
Step 6
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.
Step 7
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.
Step 8
Carefully stretch each piece of dough slightly and gently lower them into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Step 9
Fry the dough sticks for about 3-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and puffed up.
Step 10
Remove the fried dough sticks from the oil with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Repeat with the remaining dough.
Step 11
Serve warm by themselves or with a side of soy milk or dipping sauce of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1713.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 10600.6 |
| Total Fat 1029.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 144.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2956.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 329.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.8g | |
| Protein 41.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 69.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 429.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories