Puff pastry is a common snack in the north, which is loved for its crispy and delicious taste and unique taste. In order to make a delicious puff pastry, you need to pay attention to the details of flour, puff pastry, filling, etc. The following will give you a detailed introduction to the methods and techniques of making puff pastry.
1. Preparation of materials.
1.500 grams of flour, appropriate amount of warm water; 2.Puff pastry: 2 tablespoons of flour, 1 tablespoon of salt, appropriate amount of five-spice powder, appropriate amount of hot oil; 3.Filling: 200 grams of minced pork, 1 small handful of leeks, appropriate amount of minced ginger, appropriate amount of salt, appropriate amount of light soy sauce, appropriate amount of sesame oil.
Second, the production process.
1.Mix the dough, pour the flour into a large bowl, add warm water, stir into a snowflake shape, then knead into a smooth dough, cover with a damp cloth or pot lid, and let it rise for about 15 minutes.
2.To make the puff pastry, put 2 tablespoons of flour, 1 tablespoon of salt, and an appropriate amount of five-spice powder in a bowl and stir well. Pour the hot oil into a bowl and stir quickly to form a sticky puff pastry.
3.To make the filling, wash the leeks and cut them into small pieces, mix them with the pork filling, minced ginger, salt, light soy sauce, and sesame oil and stir well to make the filling.
4.Wrap the fire, divide the proofed dough into small agents, roll it into a pancake shape, put the filling in the middle, close the mouth and pinch it tightly, and gently press it into a small round cake. Brush the surface of the cake with an appropriate amount of puff pastry.
5.To seam, add an appropriate amount of oil to a frying pan, put it in the wrapped fire, cover the pot, and slowly cook over low heat. After one side is golden brown, turn over and continue until both sides are golden brown.
6.Remove from the pan and put the baked puff pastry on a plate and serve hot.
3. Tips.
1.When mixing the dough, the warm water should be appropriate, not too hot or too cold, and it is advisable to feel warm in the hands. The dough is left for a while to allow the gluten to loosen so that it is easier to roll out.
2.The recipe of the puff pastry can be adjusted according to personal taste, and other seasonings such as sesame seeds, chopped green onions, etc., can be added to add flavor. Do not brush the puff pastry too much too thick, so as not to affect the taste.
3.The filling can be chosen according to personal taste, such as adding other ingredients such as tofu and eggs. When stirring the filling, don't push too hard to avoid ruining the texture of the ingredients.
4.When branding, it is necessary to use low heat to burn slowly, and too much heat can easily cause the surface to be scorched and the inside is not ripe. When turning the dough, be careful and light to avoid damaging the shape and texture of the fire.
5.After the puff pastry is cooked, it should be eaten hot for a better taste. If you need to store it, you can put it in an incubator or cover it with a damp cloth to maintain its taste and temperature.