Shallow-fried chive boxes, a savory Chinese snack, are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, filled with the fresh aroma of chives. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making them at home.
Ingredients: For the dough, mix 2 cups of all-purpose flour with ½ cup of warm water and a pinch of salt to form a smooth, elastic dough; let it rest for 30 minutes. For the filling, chop 300g of fresh chives, mix with 200g of firm tofu (crumbled), 1 tbsp of sesame oil, 1 tsp of salt, and a dash of white pepper.
Steps:
1. Knead and divide the rested dough into small balls, then roll each into a thin circle.
2. Add filling: Place a spoonful of chive-tofu mixture in the center, fold the dough over, and seal the edges tightly by pressing with a fork.
3. Shallow-fry: Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a pan over medium heat. Place the boxes seam-side down and fry until golden brown (about 3 minutes per side).
4. Steam (optional): For extra softness, add 2 tbsp of water to the pan, cover, and steam for 2 minutes before finishing with a crisp fry.
Serve hot with soy-vinegar dip. Enjoy this crispy, flavorful treat that’s perfect for breakfast or snacks!
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