Little yellow chick and little yellow duck~ Ooh-ooh, I'll eat it in one bite!

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   First, knead the dough until smooth. The flour and water amounts in the recipe are for reference only, as different flours have different water absorption rates. I used corn premix, which is yellow by itself. If you don't have it, you can add fruit or vegetable powders to adjust the color.

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   The dough must be kneaded thoroughly. Divide the kneaded dough into two portions, roll each into a long strip, and then cut into pieces of roughly the same size. No need to weigh them, just make sure they are about the same size.

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   Take another portion of dough, add a little red yeast rice powder, and knead until it turns red.

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   Roll each dough ball into a round shape and set aside. You can roll them directly into a round shape or wrap some filling inside. This round dough will become the cute round head of our little chicks and ducks.

   

5. 05

   Step 5

   Roll the red dough into thin strips, then cut them into smaller strips of roughly the same length. Fold each strip in half and stick them onto the round dough to make the duck's flat beak.

   

6. 06

   Step 6

   Make it into a chick with a pointed beak.

   

7. 07

   Step 7

   Place the prepared items in a steamer, lining the bottom with a damp cloth or parchment paper.

   

8. 08

   Step 8

   Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for eyes. Cover and let rise in a warm place. It should be slightly expanded in volume and springy when pressed with a finger.

   

9. 09

   Step 9

   Place the steamer in a pot of cold water and steam for 12 minutes. After steaming, do not open the lid immediately; wait three to five minutes to prevent the finished product from shrinking.