Vegan Fried Dough Sticks (Youtiao)
Discover the crispy, golden perfection of Vegan Fried Dough Sticks (Youtiao), a plant-based twist on the classic Chinese breakfast staple. These airy, puffy delights are made using a simple yet effective blend of pantry-friendly ingredients like all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and a touch of coconut sugar for subtle sweetness. Achieving their signature lightness involves kneading the dough to the perfect elasticity, stacking and shaping it with precision, and frying it to golden crispiness. Ideal for dunking in warm soy milk or pairing with your favorite dipping sauce, this recipe is a must-try for fans of traditional Asian cuisine. With just 15 minutes of frying time and no animal-derived ingredients, these vegan youtiao are a deliciously versatile snack or breakfast side that’s sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 5 grams baking powder
- 2.5 grams baking soda
- 5 grams salt
- 10 grams coconut sugar
- 150 ml warm water
- 15 ml neutral oil (for dough)
- 500 ml neutral oil (for frying)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well to ensure even distribution of the dry ingredients.
Step 2
Add coconut sugar and stir until evenly combined.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix the warm water and neutral oil. Gradually pour this mixture into the dry ingredients while mixing slowly with a spatula or your hands until a shaggy dough forms.
Step 4
Transfer the dough onto a floured work surface and knead for about 5 minutes until you obtain a smooth and elastic dough. If the dough is too sticky, sprinkle some additional flour as needed.
Step 5
Place the kneaded dough back into the mixing bowl, cover it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rest and rise for about 90 minutes in a warm area.
Step 6
After the dough has rested, transfer it back to the floured work surface. Roll it out into a rectangle about 18 inches long and 5 inches wide, keeping the thickness about half an inch.
Step 7
Cut the rectangle into 1-inch wide strips. Take two strips and stack them on top of each other. Using a chopstick or a thin skewer, press firmly down the center of the stacked strips to seal them together, but do not cut through. Repeat this with the remaining strips.
Step 8
In a deep frying pan or wok, heat the neutral oil to 180°C (350°F). Ensure the oil is at frying temperature by dropping a small piece of dough in; it should sizzle and rise to the surface.
Step 9
Gently stretch a strip of dough to about double its original length and carefully place it into the hot oil. Fry the dough until it is golden brown and puffy on all sides, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking, about 3-5 minutes per stick.
Step 10
Remove the fried dough sticks from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
Step 11
Serve the vegan youtiao warm as a delicious breakfast side or snack. Enjoy with soy milk or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (939.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5501.1 |
| Total Fat 517.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 72.5g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3142.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 203.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.5g | |
| Protein 25.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 34mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 268mg | 0% |
Source of Calories