What are the characteristics and differences between Chinese dim sum and western pastry?

The characteristics of Chinese dim sum are: fine selection of materials and various patterns. Because China has a vast territory and rich specialties, it provides rich raw materials for the production of Chinese cakes. In addition, due to the large population, different climatic conditions and great differences in people's lives, the selection direction of Chinese cakes is based on raw material varieties and processing methods. According to the origin and location of raw materials; According to the quality and hygiene requirements.

Characteristics of Western-style dim sum: Western-style pastry materials pay attention to the materials such as dough blank, stuffing, decoration and embellishment, regardless of the variety of dim sum. Have their own selection criteria, there is an appropriate proportion between various raw materials, and most of them require accurate weighing.

2. Taste difference

The characteristics of Chinese dim sum are: paying attention to stuffing, and the taste of stuffing has great influence on the color, fragrance, taste, shape and quality of the product. Stuffing has a wide range of uses. This is one of the biggest differences between the center of the stuffing and the west point. The main raw materials for filling in West Point are jam, vegetables, fruits, preserves, etc., which can be used for filling, providing a raw material basis for various and unique filling centers.

The characteristics of western-style dim sum are fragrant, sweet, salty and crisp. In West Point products, whether it is cold snacks or hot snacks, desserts or salty snacks, they all have the characteristics of fragrant taste, which is determined by the raw materials of West Point. The main ingredients commonly used in West Point are flour, dairy products and fruits. These raw materials have their own flavors; Secondly, the taste synthesized during processing, such as the taste of caramel.

3. Technical differences

Characteristics of Chinese dim sum: there are various molding techniques, and pastry molding is an important process with high technical requirements and strong artistry. To sum up, there are roughly 18 molding techniques, including wrapping, kneading, rolling, rolling, folding, cutting, spreading, cutting, kneading, stretching, cutting, poking and kneading. Various forms can be formed through various technologies.

Western-style snacks are characterized by strong craftsmanship and exquisite finished products. Western-style pastry products are not only rich in nutrition, but also have many technologies (mainly kneading, kneading, cutting, plastering, mounting, rolling, weaving and hanging), and pay attention to the characteristics of heat and hygiene. The finished product has good decoration and modification, which can give people beautiful enjoyment.