Description
Jianbing is a Chinese street food from Shandong Province, made with a fermented soybean paste and various toppings.
Technical
Jianbing involves emulsification of starch and water, fermentation of soybeans, and the Maillard reaction between starch and oil. The dish requires a mixture of wheat flour, water, and salt, and is typically cooked on a griddle or pan with a small amount of oil.
Science
Primary Reaction
Maillard reaction
Sensory Profile
Aroma ()
savoryumamitoastyearthyfermentednutty
Wine Analogy
Aged Sherry with nutty oxidative notes
Coffee Analogy
Medium-roast Yirgacheffe with floral and citrus notes
Perfume Analogy