Low Sodium Fried Dough Sticks (Youtiao)
Experience the perfect balance of tradition and health with these Low Sodium Fried Dough Sticks (Youtiao), a delightful twist on the classic Chinese breakfast staple. Made with simple pantry ingredients like all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a touch of sugar, this recipe retains the airy, golden-brown perfection of traditional youtiao while significantly reducing sodium content. The dough is rested for extra fluffiness, then gently stretched and fried to create irresistibly crispy, puffy sticks. Perfect for pairing with rice congee or enjoyed on their own, these homemade youtiao are an ideal low-sodium snack or breakfast companion. Follow this straightforward recipe to bring authentic yet health-conscious flavors to your table.
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Ingredients
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 10 grams baking powder
- 10 grams sugar
- 160 milliliters water
- 15 milliliters vegetable oil
- 500 milliliters vegetable oil for frying
Directions
Step 1
In a mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and baking powder.
Step 2
Add the sugar to the dry ingredients and mix well.
Step 3
Gradually add the water while stirring, until the mixture begins to form a dough.
Step 4
Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Step 5
Form the dough into a ball, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rest for at least 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator for better results.
Step 6
After resting, bring the dough back to room temperature and gently knead it again.
Step 7
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
Step 8
With a sharp knife, cut the dough into strips about 1 inch wide and 5 inches long.
Step 9
Lightly brush each strip with water and place one strip on top of another, pressing them down slightly to adhere.
Step 10
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large pot to about 180°C (350°F).
Step 11
Using a pair of chopsticks or tongs, gently stretch each pair of dough strips before placing them carefully into the hot oil.
Step 12
Fry the dough sticks in batches, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and puffed up, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Step 13
Remove the fried dough sticks from the oil and drain on paper towels.
Step 14
Serve the fried dough sticks warm as a delicious snack or alongside rice congee.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (946.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5357.6 |
| Total Fat 515.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 73.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 985.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 205.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.5g | |
| Protein 25.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 43.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 268.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories