Haicheng Pie (a traditional Chinese pastry)

Haicheng Pie is a traditional pastry that has been handed down to the present day, dating back to the Qing Dynasty. This pastry is popular throughout China for its unique flavor and exquisite appearance. The process of making Haicheng Pie is tedious, but with the right method, you can easily make delicious Haicheng Pie at home.

Material Preparation

The main ingredients needed to make Haicheng Pie include flour, oil, sugar, sesame seeds, cinnamon, wolfberries, honey jujubes and red dates. Among them, flour is the most crucial ingredient, and you should choose high-gluten flour so that the pies will be chewy.

Preparation Steps

1. Prepare the dough

Pour the flour into a bowl, add the right amount of water and knead the dough. Knead the dough vigorously until the surface becomes smooth and elastic, then wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for 20 minutes.

2. Make the filling

Put the sesame seeds, cinnamon, goji berries, jujubes and red dates into a bowl, add the appropriate amount of sugar and mix well.

3. Make the pie crust

Roll the dough into a thin sheet, then cut it into small pieces of the same size with a knife. Roll out the small pieces and wrap the filling into them, then close the pie and pinch it into a round shape. Place the pie in a pan and fry over low heat until golden brown on both sides.

4. Bake the pie

Place the baked pie in the oven and bake for 10 minutes.

Tips

1. When making the dough, you can add a small amount of salt and oil, which will increase the toughness and texture of the dough.

2. When making the filling, you can add appropriate amount of honey or syrup according to your personal taste, which can increase the sweetness of the filling.

3. When baking the pie, you can brush the surface of the pie with a layer of egg wash, which can make the pie look smoother.