**Chinese Chews: Bite-Sized Delights for Any Occasion**
Chinese chews, also known as Chinese snacks or snacks, are a diverse collection of sweet, savory, and sometimes spicy treats that are an integral part of Chinese cuisine. From the classic sesame balls to the chewy mochi and the crispy shrimp crackers, Chinese chews offer a delightful array of flavors and textures to satisfy any craving. These bite-sized snacks are commonly enjoyed as a casual snack or as part of a larger meal. In this comprehensive guide, we present a variety of Chinese chew recipes that are easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a party or simply indulging in a sweet treat. From the soft and fluffy steamed buns to the crispy and flavorful scallion pancakes, these recipes showcase the vast culinary heritage of China. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's embark on a delicious journey into the world of Chinese chews!
**Recipes included in this article:**
1. **Steamed Buns (Mantou):** These soft and fluffy buns are a staple of Chinese cuisine and can be enjoyed on their own or filled with a variety of savory or sweet fillings.
2. **Scallion Pancakes:** These crispy and flavorful pancakes are made with a simple dough that is rolled and pan-fried. They are often served with a dipping sauce or as a side dish.
3. **Wontons:** These delicate dumplings are filled with a variety of fillings, such as pork, shrimp, or vegetables, and can be boiled, steamed, or fried.
4. **Spring Rolls:** These crispy rolls are made with a thin wrapper that is filled with a variety of vegetables, meat, or seafood. They are typically served with a dipping sauce.
5. **Sesame Balls (Jian Dui):** These sweet and chewy balls are made with a glutinous rice flour dough that is filled with a sweet red bean paste and coated in sesame seeds.
6. **Mochi:** These soft and chewy rice cakes are made with glutinous rice flour and can be flavored with a variety of ingredients, such as sweet red bean paste, matcha powder, or fruit.
7. **Shrimp Crackers:** These crispy and flavorful crackers are made with a dough that is flavored with shrimp and then deep-fried. They are often served as a snack or as a garnish for soups and noodles.
8. **Glutinous Rice Balls (Tang Yuan):** These chewy rice balls are made with glutinous rice flour and are often filled with a sweet or savory filling. They are typically served in a sweet soup or broth.
9. **Red Bean Cakes (Hong Dou Gao):** These sweet and dense cakes are made with red bean paste and glutinous rice flour. They are often served as a dessert or as a snack.
10. **Fortune Cookies:** These crispy cookies are made with a thin batter that is flavored with vanilla or almond extract. They are typically filled with a fortune or saying and served at the end of a meal.
CHINESE CHEWS I
Made in a shallow cookie pan and cut into squares then rolled and tossed in confectioner's sugar. Chewy and wonderful!
Provided by Lesy
Categories Desserts Cookies Fruit Cookie Recipes Date
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
- Mix dry ingredients except confectioner's sugar. Add nuts and dates.
- Then add eggs which have been lightly beaten. Mix well.
- Press mixture into ungreased cookie sheet as thin as possible. Bake for 15-20 minutes.
- Cut into 1 -2 inch squares while hot. Roll into balls as soon as the squares are cool enough to handle then roll in confectioner's sugar. Allow to cool completely before eating.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.8 calories, Carbohydrate 72.9 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 202.4 mg, Sugar 54.5 g
CHINESE CHEWS II
If you store these in the freezer, do not dust with confectioners' sugar until thawed and at room temperature.
Provided by Cheryl Allen
Categories Desserts Cookies Bar Cookie Recipes
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix butter, flour, and white sugar. Spread in an 8 x 12 inch baking pan.
- Bake in pre-heated oven at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 15 minutes.
- Beat eggs. Add brown sugar, nuts and coconut. Spread over baked crust.
- Bake for another 30 minutes. When completely cool, dust with confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 435.4 calories, Carbohydrate 50.1 g, Cholesterol 102.7 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 149.4 mg, Sugar 32.4 g
MICROWAVE CHINESE CHEWS
Easy, yummy cookie. I make these for the holiday cookie exchange, but I felt so guilty for making such an easy cookie, I didn't make them one year. The next year I was asked to please make them again, people were asking for them.
Provided by Chef Patience
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 20m
Yield 36 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Make a clear space on your counter or table.
- Using clean newspaper, cover the space with paper.
- Melt chocolate and butterscotch (or peanutbutter) chips in a microwave safe bowl in the microwave for about 2 minutes, until smooth.
- Check and stir the chips about every 30 seconds, as needed.
- While the chips are melting, dump the whole bag of chowmein noodles into a large mixing bowl.
- When the chips are ready, quickly mix them into the chowmein noodles.
- Working quickly, place teaspoon fulls of the mixture onto newspaper to dry.
- Cookies are ready when they are dry and set.
- Enjoy.
DONNA'S CHINESE CHEWS
Make and share this Donna's Chinese Chews recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Hill Family
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 20-30 balls
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix flour, sugar, dates, salt and nuts together. Add 2 eggs and mix throughly. Spread into an 8x8 inch greased pan.
- Bake at 325* for 40 minute
- When cooled make into balls and roll in sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.9, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 21.1, Sodium 82.2, Carbohydrate 22, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 16, Protein 2.5
CHINESE CHEWS
I had these last Christmas and had misplaced the recipe. These are a very good cookie and easy to transport, as they stay very firm.
Provided by Stephanie Dodd
Categories Candies
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. In mixing bowl, cream the butter, sugar, and brown sugar for one minute. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each is added. Sift together the flour and salt and add to the bowl. Mix just until the dough comes together; add the pecans and dates, mixing until just combined. Butter 9 x 13 inch baking pan and dust with flour. Spread the batter in the pan evenly as if baking bar or brownies. Place on center rack of oven and bake for 25 minutes at 375 degrees. Remove from oven and let cool for 20 minutes. While still warm, using a tablespoon or small ice cream scoop, scoop the balls from the baking pan of baked dough and roll into a nice round shape. Roll each ball in powdered sugar to coat. Cool completely and store in an air tight container. Delish!
CHINESE CHEWS
Steps:
- 1. Cream together egg and sugar. Add remaining ingredients and mix well Spread in greased 8-inch square pan. Bake in preheated 350 degrees oven for 20 minutes or until golden brown. While still very warm remove spoonfuls from pan. Roll in 1-inch balls. Then roll in powdered sugar. Store covered container in refrig. Makes 3 1/2 dozen.
Tips:
- Prep your ingredients ahead of time. This will make the cooking process much faster and easier. You can chop vegetables, measure out ingredients, and even preheat your oven before you start cooking.
- Use a nonstick skillet. This will help prevent the chews from sticking to the pan and will make it easier to flip them.
- Cook the chews over medium heat. This will help them cook evenly without burning.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. If you overcrowd the pan, the chews will not cook evenly.
- Flip the chews frequently. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from burning.
- Serve the chews immediately. Chinese chews are best served hot and fresh out of the pan.
Conclusion:
Chinese chews are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or appetizer. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a quick bite to eat. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make these delicious treats at home. So next time you are looking for a fun and easy snack, give Chinese chews a try.
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