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Sachima, or Sha Qima (沙琪玛), is a sweet Chinese pastry and snack made from deep-fried, egg-based dough strips bound together with a stiff sugar or malt syrup. Originating in Manchuria and popular across China, Taiwan, and other parts of Asia, its texture is often compared to a fluffy, chewy, or...
Sachima, or Sha Qima (沙琪玛), is a sweet Chinese pastry and snack made from deep-fried, egg-based dough strips bound together with a stiff sugar or malt syrup. Originating in Manchuria and popular across China, Taiwan, and other parts of Asia, its texture is often compared to a fluffy, chewy, or crispy Rice Krispie treat, and it can be found with added ingredients like raisins or sesame seeds.
What it is:
A sweet snack:
Sachima is a beloved dessert and snack.
Fried dough:
It consists of thin, fried strands of dough, giving it a light and airy quality.
Syrup coating:
The fried dough is tossed in a rich, stiff syrup, often made with sugar, maltose, and honey.
Pressed into shape:
The mixture is pressed into a mold and cut into individual squares or pieces.
Origin and popularity:
Manchu origins: The pastry originated in the Manchu region of China.
Widespread appeal: It is now enjoyed throughout China, and its popularity extends to Taiwan, Malaysia, and Singapore.
How it's made (simplified):
Prepare the dough: An eggy flour dough is made and then flattened.
Cut and fry: The dough is cut into thin strips and then deep-fried until slightly brown.
Make the syrup: Sugar, water, and other ingredients are heated to create a thick syrup.
Combine and press: The fried dough strips are tossed in the hot syrup, sometimes with dried fruit or nuts, and then pressed into a pan.
Taste and texture:
Chewy and sweet:
.
The texture is a combination of soft, chewy, or crispy fried dough and sweet, sticky syrup.
Similar to Rice Krispie treats:
.
Many people liken its texture to Rice Krispie treats, but with a different, noodle-like dough instead of puffed rice.
What it is:
A sweet snack:
Sachima is a beloved dessert and snack.
Fried dough:
It consists of thin, fried strands of dough, giving it a light and airy quality.
Syrup coating:
The fried dough is tossed in a rich, stiff syrup, often made with sugar, maltose, and honey.
Pressed into shape:
The mixture is pressed into a mold and cut into individual squares or pieces.
Origin and popularity:
Manchu origins: The pastry originated in the Manchu region of China.
Widespread appeal: It is now enjoyed throughout China, and its popularity extends to Taiwan, Malaysia, and Singapore.
How it's made (simplified):
Prepare the dough: An eggy flour dough is made and then flattened.
Cut and fry: The dough is cut into thin strips and then deep-fried until slightly brown.
Make the syrup: Sugar, water, and other ingredients are heated to create a thick syrup.
Combine and press: The fried dough strips are tossed in the hot syrup, sometimes with dried fruit or nuts, and then pressed into a pan.
Taste and texture:
Chewy and sweet:
.
The texture is a combination of soft, chewy, or crispy fried dough and sweet, sticky syrup.
Similar to Rice Krispie treats:
.
Many people liken its texture to Rice Krispie treats, but with a different, noodle-like dough instead of puffed rice.
Product of China
Net Weight: 408g