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Wheel Pie (wheel-shaped pastry)

A small round golden pastry filled with sweet paste, its shape resembling a wheel. It's eaten warm or cold, as a street snack or a light afternoon treat.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, sugar and a pinch of salt.
  2. Add the egg, milk and melted butter, then mix until you have a smooth, supple dough.
  3. Leave to rest for 15 minutes at room temperature.
  4. Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll them into balls.
  5. Flatten each ball into a disc, place a spoonful of red bean paste in the centre and close it back into a ball.
  6. Flatten the filled balls slightly, then cook in a hot non-stick pan over medium heat, lid on, for 4 minutes per side.
  7. Serve warm or cold.

Variations and tips

Savoury version. Replace the red bean paste with minced meat seasoned with soy sauce and garlic.

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