CHINESE SESAME DOUGHNUTS

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These crunchy, deep-fried sesame balls are one of my favorite treats during the Chinese New Year. In Cantonese, it means 'laughing dates' because these sesame balls crack open like a laughing mouth. They carry the meaning of bringing lots of laughter and happiness to your family. They are very easy to make, crunchy, and aromatic. Cool before storing them in dry, air-tight containers.

Provided by siulinskitchen

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Chinese

Time 1h29m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup white sugar
5 tablespoons hot water
1 egg
2 cups cake flour
2 tablespoons cake flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ cup raw sesame seeds, or as needed
vegetable oil for deep frying

Steps:

  • Mix sugar and water together in a small bowl until melted. Let cool, at least 15 minutes. Add egg; mix until combined.
  • Combine 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons flour, baking powder, and baking soda in a large bowl. Mix in sugar-egg mixture and 2 tablespoons oil with a wooden spoon. Knead by hand until dough sticks together, adding 1 teaspoon water at a time if too dry. Wrap dough in plastic wrap; let rest for 30 minutes.
  • Unwrap dough and place on a lightly floured work surface. Roll out into long tubes. Cut tubes into small pieces and roll pieces into balls about 1/2-inch wide.
  • Spray balls lightly with water. Place sesame seeds in a shallow dish. Dip dough balls into the sesame seeds and roll to press in the seeds.
  • Heat deep-frying oil in a large saucepan over high heat. Add dough balls; reduce heat to low. Cook, turning occasionally, until lightly golden brown, 4 to 6 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.8 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 100.3 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

Sebastian Bell
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These doughnuts are the perfect way to start my day. They're light and fluffy, and the sesame flavor is a great way to wake me up.


Pretty princess
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I'm not a big fan of sesame seeds, but I really enjoyed these doughnuts. The sesame flavor is subtle and not overpowering.


Muhammad Dilawar
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These doughnuts are a great way to use up leftover rice. I love that I can make something so delicious with something that I would have otherwise thrown away.


Rikky Garcia
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These doughnuts are everything I've been looking for in a sesame doughnut.


Amjad Reyyan
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These doughnuts are the perfect snack or breakfast. They're light and fluffy, and the sesame flavor is just perfect.


jabbar owaisi
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I love the way these doughnuts smell when they're baking. The whole house fills up with the most amazing aroma.


Mariam Obianuju
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These doughnuts are so easy to make. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in a bowl and mix them up.


Lelam Hobongwana
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I made these doughnuts for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone raved about how delicious they were.


jerry gurung
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These doughnuts are the perfect combination of sweet and savory. I love the way the sesame seeds add a little bit of crunch.


Natasha James
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I've never been a big fan of sesame doughnuts, but these ones changed my mind. They're so light and fluffy, and the sesame flavor is just perfect.


Mohi Deen
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making these doughnuts again and again.


Mukwaya Shafic
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I made these doughnuts for my kids and they absolutely loved them. They said they were the best doughnuts they've ever had.


Tawfiq Hasan
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These doughnuts are so delicious! I can't believe how good they turned out.


Koang Deng Lam
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I'm not a very experienced baker, but I was able to make these doughnuts without any problems.


Angelina Setle
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I've tried many sesame doughnut recipes, but this one is by far the best. The doughnuts are light and fluffy, with a perfect balance of sweetness and sesame flavor. I will definitely be making these again.


Evelyn Jarina
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These doughnuts were amazing! I made them for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them.