Soy Milk and Youtiao

Soy Milk and Youtiao is a delightful Chinese breakfast that combines smooth, creamy soy milk with crispy, airy fried dough sticks. This dish not only tantalizes the taste buds but also offers a nutritious start to the day.

Ingredients

• Soybeans - 100 grams
• Water - 1 liter (for soaking soybeans)
• Water - 1 liter (for making soy milk)
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Youtiao flour - 200 grams
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Water - 100 ml (for youtiao dough)
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Oil - for frying (about 500 ml)

Steps

1. Soak the soybeans in 1 liter of water for at least 8 hours or overnight.
2. After soaking, drain the soybeans and blend them with 1 liter of fresh water until smooth.
3. Strain the blended mixture through a cheesecloth or fine sieve to extract the soy milk, discarding the leftover pulp.
4. In a saucepan, bring the soy milk to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Add salt and stir well.
5. For the youtiao, mix the youtiao flour, baking powder, and sugar in a bowl. Gradually add 100 ml of water and knead until a smooth dough forms.
6. Let the dough rest for 30 minutes, covered with a damp cloth.
7. After resting, divide the dough into small pieces and roll each piece into a long strip, then stack two strips on top of each other and twist them together.
8. Heat oil in a deep pan to 180°C (350°F). Fry the twisted dough pieces until golden brown and puffed, about 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally.
9. Drain the youtiao on paper towels and serve hot alongside the freshly made soy milk.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and essential amino acids from soybeans.
• Provides healthy fats and dietary fiber for digestive health.

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