Crispy Fried Red Bean Paste Burger
Golden, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these traditional fried red bean paste burgers feature a sweet, smooth red bean filling encased in fluffy, sweet bread.
Inspired by street-corner memories and nostalgic flavors, these fried red bean paste burgers bring together a golden, crunchy breadcrumb crust and a tender, milk-enriched dough. Filled with sweet, velvety red bean paste, they offer a comforting blend of textures and aromas that capture classic neighborhood bakery treats.
Ingredients
- 250 g high-gluten flour
- 110 g milk
- 30 g white sugar
- 3 g yeast
- 1 egg
- 30 g baking powder
- 20 g butter
- to taste red bean paste filling
- to taste breadcrumbs
- to taste water
Instructions
- 1Combine Base Ingredients
Pour the milk, white sugar, yeast, egg, and high-gluten flour into a mixing bowl to start preparing the dough.
Tip: Ensure the milk is at a lukewarm temperature so it does not kill the yeast. - 2Add Baking Powder
Add the baking powder on top of the flour mixture and stir evenly to incorporate it into the dry ingredients.
Tip: Distribute the baking powder evenly to prevent pockets of uneven rising. - 3Knead the Dough
Use your hands to vigorously knead and mix all the ingredients together inside the bowl until a cohesive dough forms.
Tip: Knead with firm pressure to build up the gluten structure effectively. - 4Incorporate Butter
Add softened butter pieces into the dough mixture to enrich the texture and enhance the flavor profile.
Tip: Make sure the butter is softened at room temperature beforehand so it blends smoothly into the dough. - 5Knead Until Elastic
Continuously knead the dough by hand, working the butter completely into the mixture until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Tip: Keep kneading until a thin, translucent membrane can be stretched without tearing easily. - 6Divide the Dough
Shape the dough into a log and cut it into equal portions using a pink dough scraper.
Tip: Divide the dough evenly so that each portion cooks at the same rate. - 7Divide and Roll Dough Portions
Cut the kneaded dough into individual portions and hand-roll them into small round balls on a clean surface.
Tip: Use a kitchen scale to ensure each portion is equal in weight for even cooking. - 8Coat with Breadcrumbs
Take the shaped dough balls, dip them briefly in water, and then coat them thoroughly in breadcrumbs.
Tip: Press lightly so the breadcrumbs adhere firmly to the surface. - 9Flatten the Breaded Balls
Place the coated breaded balls onto a tray and flatten them gently to prepare them for proofing and frying.
Tip: Keep the thickness uniform so they fry evenly throughout.
