Bacon-Wrapped Flaky Pastry Rolls (Shou Zhua Bing Pei Gen Juan)

Steps

1. 1

   Step 1

   

   Gather the ingredients: 2 sheets of shou zhua bing (flaky pastry), 6 to 8 slices of bacon, sesame seeds as needed, and 1 egg beaten for egg wash.

   ✅ Done when: All four ingredients are measured and ready on the counter before you start.

2. 2

   Step 2

   

   Cut the shou zhua bing sheets into strips the same width and length as the bacon slices.

   ✅ Done when: Each pastry strip matches the size of a bacon slice.

3. 3

   Step 3

   

   Place a slice of bacon on each pastry strip, then roll it up from bottom to top.

   ✅ Done when: Each strip is rolled snugly around its bacon slice with no gaps.

4. 4

   Step 4

   

   The rolled rolls should look like neat little cylinders.

   ✅ Done when: Each roll holds its shape with the seam tucked underneath.

5. 5

   Step 5

   

   Finish rolling all the strips.

   ✅ Done when: Every strip of pastry is wrapped around bacon and no plain strips remain.

6. 6

   Step 6

   

   Brush a thin layer of egg wash over each roll and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

   ✅ Done when: Each roll is evenly coated with egg wash and dotted with sesame seeds.

7. 7

   Step 723 min

   Medium-high heat
   

   Preheat the oven to 200°C (about 400°F) for 5 minutes, then bake the rolls on the middle rack with top and bottom heat for 18 minutes.

   ✅ Done when: The rolls are baked through and golden; ovens vary, so adjust temperature and time to your own oven.

8. 8

   Step 8

   

   Remove the rolls from the oven and serve.

   ✅ Done when: The rolls come out of the oven crisp and golden brown.