Lard Twist

Lard Twist

　　Lard Twist is a type of noodle-based snack. Features: tea-yellow color, twisted rope-like shape, crispy, sweet, and melts in the mouth. Cooking method: deep-fried. This is a popular Sichuan street snack suitable for all ages. Also known simply as “Twist,” it gets its name from its rope-like appearance.

　　Recipe for Sichuan-style Lard Twist: 58H

　　1. Mix flour with brown sugar (melted), white sugar, melted lard, leavened dough, and pure soda, then add water. 58H

　　2. First mix thoroughly with the flour, then knead vigorously until fully developed. Roll out into flat pieces 9 cm wide and 2.5 cm thick, and brush with vegetable oil. 58H

　　3. After 15 minutes, cut horizontally into strips weighing about 80 grams each, then twist into a spiral shape. 58H

　　4. Deep-fry in oil until light tea-yellow in color. Remove from pan and drain excess oil to finish. 58H

　　Key points: Kneading the dough is crucial — make sure to mix the flour well with water before kneading, otherwise it may become sticky (“gluey dough”). Control the frying heat carefully; too high heat will cause the twists to fall apart, so medium heat is ideal. Adjust the alkalinity of the dough according to seasonal temperature changes. 58H