Chinese Pocket Bread

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• 300 g bread flour

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• 3 g instant yeast

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• 3 g salt

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• 5 g sugar

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• 170 ml warm water

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• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour — for oil paste

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• 3 tbsp unsalted butter — melted

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• water — for coating

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• sesame seeds — for coating

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• cooking oil — for pan-frying

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Step by step

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the flour, yeast, salt, and sugar. Gradually add the warm water and mix until a dough forms. Knead until smooth.

2. 2

   Divide the dough into 10 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and let them rest for about 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, make the oil paste by mixing the flour with the melted butter until smooth.

4. 4

   Roll each dough ball into a small disc. Place a little oil paste in the center, then bring the edges together and pinch to seal.

5. 5

   Lightly dip each piece in water, then coat with sesame seeds. Gently roll it out into an oval shape.

6. 6

   Heat a pan over medium-low heat. Lightly brush both sides of each piece with cooking oil, then pan-fry until both sides are golden brown and crispy.

7. 7

   Let them cool slightly, then slice each one in half to create a pocket. Fill with whatever you like—beef, chicken, vegetables, or your favorite filling. Enjoy!