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Youtiao (Chinese Doughnut) by Kristina Cho
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Youtiao (Chinese Doughnut) by Kristina Cho

Like their sweet glazed American cousins, Chinese savory fried doughnuts are a breakfast staple.

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Sep 08, 2022
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Excerpted with permission from Mooncakes and Milk Bread by Kristina Cho. Hear our conversation with Kristina here.

What is it about fried dough that makes it so alluring for breakfast? Like their sweet glazed American cousins, Chinese savory fried doughnuts are a breakfast staple. Youtiao are airy sticks of fried dough that are often served alongside a b…

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