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Nutritional Values
450kcal
8gProtein
50gCarbs
23gFat
2gFibre
200 gServing
* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
Fried Dough Twists
How to order / say it
Say it
강정 — [gahng-jung]
Order
I'd like dough twists, please.
Locally
강정 주세요.
Say locally
Sweet, crispy fried dough twists coated in syrup.
Why try it?
This treat, common at Busan coastal markets, symbolizes local ingenuity in preserving sweetness. A must-try for experiencing Korea’s inventive street foods.
How it tastes
Enjoy crunchy and mildly sweet dough twist, with hints of cinnamon and sugar. Often accompanied by a light honey glaze for added sweetness.
Origin & History — first documented: 1900
Originating from Korean port cities in the early 20th century, these snacks symbolized prosperity and became festival staples.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 250 g flour
- 🍯 50 g sugar
- 🥚 1 egg
- 🥛 100 ml milk
- 🌾 5 g baking powder
- 🧂 5 g cinnamon
Method
- 1 Mix flour, sugar, cinnamon, and baking powder in a bowl.
- 2 Add milk and egg to form a dough.
- 3 Twist dough into shapes and fry till golden.
- 4 Coat in a glaze of honey and sugar while warm.
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