Mizhi Huoshao (Baked Flatbread)

Mizhi Huoshao

　　Mizhi Huoshao

　　Huoshao: This baked flatbread is flat and round like a Chinese baked pancake, with a filling similar to that of dumplings. It has an ultra-thin crust and generous filling, featuring a crispy outside and soft inside, bursting with savory aroma. There are two types: dry huoshao and oil huoshao.

　　For dry huoshao, the dough is kneaded well, cut into pieces weighing around one liang (50g), then rolled out into extremely thin skins—as thin as paper—using a rolling pin. A bit of oil is spread on the skin, which is then rolled up, pressed upright and flattened. Ground pork filling is added, then the dough is pressed into a round cake about 10 cm in diameter and cooked on a special griddle until the outer surface turns golden brown. Oil huoshao, on the other hand, is made by directly wrapping the filling in the dough skin and pan-frying it in shallow oil in a skillet. When eating, dip it in a vinegar and garlic sauce for a refreshing, less-greasy flavor. The filling mostly uses minced pork mixed with chopped green onions, though mutton or beef fillings are also used. It is highly praised by tourists from other regions.