Mandarin roll
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Huajuan (), also called Mandarin rolls or flower rolls, are a variety of steamed bun from northern China which are popular throughout the country. Like mantou, the mandarin roll is a dim sum dish and a staple of Chinese cuisine. Huā juǎn are named for their distinctive shape; the literal English translation of "huā juǎn" is "flower twist."
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- bread
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- China
- Material used
- wheat flour
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Huajuan (), also called Mandarin rolls or flower rolls, are a variety of steamed bun from northern China which are popular throughout the country. Like mantou, the mandarin roll is a dim sum dish and a staple of Chinese cuisine. Huā juǎn are named for their distinctive shape; the literal English translation of "huā juǎn" is "flower twist."
The dough of the rolls is made of wheat flour, yeast, water, salt, sugar, and baking soda; sometimes soybean oil, vegetable shortening, and milk or milk powder are used. After proofing, the stretchy and pliable dough is layered with scallions, sliced and twisted into layered knots, and steamed. The result is a lightly oily roll with a pillowy, fluffy texture and pleasant chew.
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