Zhoucun sesame crisps 周村烧饼
Zhoucun sesame crisps is featured among the local specialties of Shandong.
Very thin round pastries bake until brittle and crisp. Choose sweet or savory versions when buying them.
How it is made
Wheat dough is rolled extremely thin, covered with sesame and baked until dry and brittle. Sweet and savory versions differ in seasoning but share the delicate round shape.
Flavour & texture
The cake snaps into flakes rather than offering a bread-like crumb. Toasted sesame supplies much of the aroma, and the thin structure makes it fragile.
Local roots & traditions
Zhoucun shaobing is a well-known Zibo-area snack and a common Shandong food gift.
How to order Zhoucun sesame crisps
Choose the flavor on the label and carry the packet carefully to avoid crushing it.
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Questions before you order
What name should I show when ordering?
Show 周村烧饼 for Zhoucun sesame crisps. Choose the flavor on the label and carry the packet carefully to avoid crushing it.
Sources & reading
Recipes and servings vary between kitchens.