Mahua (snack)

Mahua

Mahua with tea
Type Doughnut
Place of origin China
Main ingredients Dough, peanut oil
Cookbook: Mahua  Media: Mahua

Mahua (麻花) or Fried Dough Twist is a Chinese dough twist that is fried in peanut oil. It has a shiny and golden look. It was prepared in various ways with or without yeast but usually have a more dense and solid texture than Youtiao when made.

The most famous brand is "18th Street Fried Dough Twists" from Tianjin, because the shop originated from the 18th Street of the old town.[1]

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