Fried dough twists

Fried dough twists

　　Fried dough twists are a specialty snack from Zhuanghang in Fengxian District, Shanghai, and their preparation is quite elaborate. The dough is left to rest until soft, then cut into thick strips, pressed into thin noodles, and aligned neatly. Some are left plain, while others are kneaded with sesame seeds to make sesame-flavored strips. The oil is poured into a pan and heated over low heat until warm. The raw dough twists are then placed in the warm oil and fried for about 20 minutes until they remain straight without curling. After frying, a moderate amount of crushed rock sugar, candied melon strips, and other small toppings are added between the twists, making them even more delicious.