Chinese Fried Dough Sticks

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cups vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, whisk together the 2 cups flour, 1 tablespoon baking powder, and 0.5 teaspoon salt. Make a well in the center.

2. 2

   Pour the 0.75 cup water and 2 tablespoons vegetable oil into the well. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.

3. 3

   Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth, about 5 minutes. Cover with a damp cloth and let rest for 30 minutes.

4. 4

   On a floured surface, roll the dough into a 12x6 inch rectangle, about 0.25 inch thick. Cut into 1-inch wide strips.

5. 5

   Stack two strips together and press a chopstick lengthwise down the center to seal them. Repeat with remaining strips.

6. 6

   Heat the 3 cups oil in a wok or deep skillet to 375°F. Gently stretch each dough stick and slide into the hot oil.

7. 7

   Fry until golden brown and puffed, turning occasionally, about 2-3 minutes. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

• large bowl
• rolling pin
• chopstick
• wok or deep skillet
• slotted spoon
• paper towels

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