乾州锅盔
Qian Zhou Guo Kui is a traditional Shaanxi wheat cake with golden crispy crust and soft layered interior. Fragrant and hearty, it's perfect with soup or stew.
Ingredients
6 items- all-purpose flour 500 g
- active dry yeast 5 g
- warm water 300 ml
- baking soda 1 g
- salt 5 g
- vegetable oil 20 ml
Nutrition
Steps （5 steps）
Mix flour, yeast and salt. Gradually add warm water and knead into a smooth dough. Cover with damp cloth and let rise for about 1 hour until doubled.
Knead the risen dough to release air. Add baking soda and knead well. Roll into a rectangle about 1 cm thick.
Roll the dough sheet into a log, coil into a round, flatten and roll into a 20 cm round disc 2 cm thick. Brush surface with oil.
Heat a pan over medium heat, reduce to low. Place the disc in, cover and cook for 5 minutes. Flip and cook another 5 minutes until both sides golden.
Transfer the browned cake to a baking sheet. Bake in preheated 200°C oven for 8-10 minutes until crust is crisp. Cool slightly and cut into wedges.
Tips
Ensure enough rising time. Cook on low heat covered first, then bake to crisp the crust. A pinch of baking soda boosts flavor and color.
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