Recently, CNN released an article titled "50 of the world’s best breads". Take a look and see if your country's delicious breads have made the list!
To the surprise and delight of many, China's Shaobing makes an appearance on the list, with an exceptionally tempting description in the article:
"Crack into the sesame-seed crust of a shaobing to reveal tender layers that are rich with wheat flavor. Expert shaobing bakers whirl and slap the dough so thin that the finished product has 18 or more layers. The north Chinese flatbread can then be spiked with sweet or savory fillings, from black sesame paste to smoked meat or Sichuan pepper."
It's widely known that there is a rich variety of Shaobing in China. But can you imagine that there are actually over a hundred varieties? These include baked dry Shaobing, flaky Shaobing, and sesame Shaobing, among others. On the streets of Hangzhou, the most common ones are those filled with pickled vegetable, scallion and meat. Regional specialties like Jinyun Shaobing, Jinhua Shaobing, and Quzhou Shaobing are also gathered here.
So, how is Shaobing typically eaten? The combination of "Shaobing + Deep-fried dough sticks + Soy Milk" is a staple breakfast for many Chinese people. Another popular way to enjoy it is Shaobing stuffed with crispy chicken. However, no matter which way you choose to enjoy it, remember the best tip for consumption: always eat it while it's hot!
Additionally, the list includes many familiar delights, such as the French baguette, Hong Kong Pai Bao, Japanese Kare pan, and Canadian bagels, to name a few.
Including the varieties mentioned above, the list enumerates a total of 50 delicious types of bread. Each bread contains the story of its region, conveying unique local customs and showing us the diversity of culinary cultures around the world.
The complete list is as follows, waiting for you to explore!