Mooncakes are one of the traditional Chinese delicacies, and every family will taste this sweet and soft food during the Mid-Autumn Festival. However, sometimes we have to spend a lot of time in crowded shopping malls in order to buy some delicious mooncakes. Today, I'm going to share a way to make mooncakes at home with ease and even more specially, without the need for an oven. If you make it at home, you can not only taste the delicious taste of homemade, but also enjoy the process of making it. Take a bite and the soft and sweet taste will surely make you linger.
Steps:
Preparation of materials
First of all, we need to prepare some basic ingredients: flour, sugar, salad oil, milk, fillings, etc. Here, I recommend choosing some traditional fillings, such as red bean paste, five kernels, etc., to retain the classic flavor of mooncakes. In addition, we also need some vegetable oil that is used to give the mooncakes a unique texture during the making process.
Dough making
Combine the flour, sugar, salad oil and milk and mix well to form a ball. Then, roll out the dough into thin slices for later use. This step requires patience and care to ensure that the thickness of the dough is uniform and does not affect the taste.
Stuffing making
Fresh ingredients such as red beans, walnuts, peanuts, etc., are stir-fried, grated, and sweetened to make a sweet and delicious filling. In this process, you can add some cooking oil in moderation to make the filling more lubricated.
Stuffing
Place the finished filling on top of the rolled dough and wrap the dough around the filling. At this step, it is important to wrap the dough tightly to prevent the filling from being exposed. In the process of filling, you can get creative and try some unique shapes to make your homemade mooncakes more personal.
Frying
We chose frying instead of traditional baking, which is one of the reasons why there is no need for an oven. Pour an appropriate amount of vegetable oil into the pan, and when the oil temperature rises to medium-low heat, put the filled mooncakes into the pan and fry. Fry until golden brown on both sides, and then take it out, so that the mooncake is not only crispy on the outside, but still full on the inside.
flavouring
The fried mooncakes can be seasoned according to personal taste. You can sprinkle some powdered sugar or add some honey to the filling to add layers of texture.
Tips for making it
The oven is one of the indispensable tools in the traditional mooncake making process, but by frying, we are also able to make delicious mooncakes. This method is not only easy and convenient, but also brings a different experience on the palate. The outer skin of the mooncake becomes crispier due to frying, and the filling is fuller. Overall, fried mooncakes are more layered in texture and are an innovative way worth trying.
In addition to the improved taste, this ovenless mooncake is also made in a more environmentally friendly way. While traditional baking requires a lot of electricity, frying is relatively more energy-efficient. While pursuing deliciousness, we can also contribute a modest force to the cause of environmental protection.
From a nutritional point of view, homemade mooncakes are more able to grasp the quality and freshness of the ingredients. Choosing high-quality flour and fillings and reducing the use of sugar can make mooncakes healthier. The use of vegetable oils can provide the body with the fat it needs to maintain the radiance and delicacy of the skin.
The fillings in the mooncakes are also a highlight. Red beans are rich in protein and fiber, which has a good nutritional supplement effect on the body. Walnuts and peanuts are rich in unsaturated fatty acids, which are beneficial to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health. This variety of filling options makes homemade mooncakes not only delicious, but also able to provide comprehensive nutritional support for the body.
Overall, homemade mooncakes are unique in their simple preparation process, unique taste, and health benefits for the body. Making a delicious mooncake at home can not only satisfy the taste buds, but also feel the joy of making food. At the same time, through the reasonable combination of ingredients, homemade mooncakes are a care for physical health. This Mid-Autumn Festival, try making mooncakes at home to satisfy your taste buds and body.