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How to Make Hand-Torn Bread with Pork Floss

Hand-torn bread with pork floss is a beloved treat, combining soft, fluffy bread with savory, crispy pork floss. Here’s a simple guide to making it at home.

Ingredients: For the dough, you’ll need 300g all-purpose flour, 3g yeast, 30g sugar, 3g salt, 1 egg, 150ml warm milk, and 30g butter. For the filling, prepare 100g pork floss and a tablespoon of mayonnaise (optional, for extra richness).

Steps:

1. Make the dough: Mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add the egg and warm milk, knead into a smooth dough. Incorporate softened butter and knead until elastic. Let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1 hour).

2. Shape the bread: Punch down the dough, divide into 6 equal portions. Roll each into a ball, cover, and rest for 10 minutes. Flatten each ball into an oval, spread mayonnaise (if using), and sprinkle pork floss. Fold the dough over, seal the edges, and roll into a log.

3. Proof and bake: Place the logs on a baking tray, cover, and let them rise for 30 minutes. Brush with egg wash and bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20-25 minutes until golden.

4. Finish: Let the bread cool slightly, then tear it into pieces. The layers will reveal fluffy texture, perfect for pairing with more pork floss.

Enjoy your homemade, fluffy, and flavorful pork floss bread!