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HONG KONG-STYLE FRENCH TOAST


Andy Liang
Andy Liang
I am a New Yorker, born and raised in Queens, NY. I was a high school
mathematics teacher who went to culinary school with the love of both savory and
pastry. I had an opportunity to transition to the pastry world and worked up to
pastry sous chef. I'm currently a food stylist for food competition shows and a
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Stuffed with peanut butter, deep-fried, then drizzled with sweetened condensed
milk, this is the best you’ll ever have.

Serves4

Prep10 minutes

Cook5 minutes

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Hong Kong-style French toast isn’t quite like the classic we know and love. A
staple menu item in cha chaan tengs  (tea restaurants), it’s stuffed with peanut
butter, drizzled with sweetened condensed milk, and finished with a pat of
butter for extra richness. You can enjoy it any time of day from breakfast to
lunch, or treat yourself to an amazing late-night dessert.




WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

 * Stuffed = better. You really can’t go wrong with a fried peanut butter
   sandwich. 
 * Speaking of frying, it’s well worth the effort. The extra crisp exterior
   contrasts the custardy center in the most delicious way possible. 
 * Sweetened condensed milk adds an irresistible creamy sweetness. 




KEY INGREDIENTS IN HONG KONG-STYLE FRENCH TOAST

 * Bread. Traditionally milk bread is used for its chewy texture and strong
   structure so the bread doesn’t collapse too much when it’s dipped into the
   egg mixture. 
 * Sweetened condensed milk. A signature milk product that is used in all cha
   chaan tengs as a sweetener in Hong Kong Milk Tea or in between two pieces of
   toast. The sweetened condensed milk adds the necessary sweetness for this
   recipe since there’s no sugar in the custard.
 * Peanut butter. Cha chaan tengs will use the sweetened kind that doesn’t
   separate, but natural peanut butter, which is a little more savory, will also
   taste amazing. 

Credit: Photo: Vicky Wasik; Food Styling: James Park


HOW TO MAKE HONG KONG-STYLE FRENCH TOAST

Although it looks impressive, Hong Kong-style french toast is a surprisingly
quick and easy recipe to put together. 


 1. Spread peanut butter in between two slices of milk bread. 
 2. Dip the toast into an egg-milk mixture.
 3. Add it straight to hot oil to fry until crispy. 
 4. Top with sweetened condensed milk and a pat of butter. 


HELPFUL SWAPS

 * You can use creamy, crunchy, or natural peanut butter. If using the natural
   kind, just make sure to give it a good stir first.
 * Swap the peanut butter for Nutella (like the one pictured at the top!). It
   takes it to a new level of dessert-worthy decadence. 
 * We recommend using milk bread from an Asian bakery, but pain de mie or
   brioche will work too. We also tested with a supermarket country white bread,
   which will also work in a pinch. 


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HONG KONG-STYLE FRENCH TOAST RECIPE

Stuffed with peanut butter, deep-fried, then drizzled with sweetened condensed
milk, this is the best you’ll ever have.

Prep time 10 minutes

Cook time 5 minutes

Serves 4

NUTRITIONAL INFO

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 * sulphite-free
 * tree-nut-free
 * low-carb
 * soy-free
 * fish-free
 * shellfish-free
 * pescatarian
 * pork-free
 * red-meat-free
 * alcohol-free
 * vegetarian

Per serving, based on 4 servings. (% daily value)
 * Calories 1371
 * Fat 129.9 g (199.8%)
 * Saturated 15.6 g (78.2%)
 * Carbs 42.1 g (14.0%)
 * Fiber 3.1 g (12.5%)
 * Sugars 15.9 g
 * Protein 14.7 g (29.4%)
 * Sodium 370.3 mg (15.4%)




INGREDIENTS

 * 2 cups
   
   neutral oil, such as canola or vegetable

 * 8
   
   (1/2-inch thick) slices country white sandwich, pan de mie, or milk bread

 * 4 tablespoons
   
   peanut butter, divided

 * 2
   
   large eggs

 * 2 tablespoons
   
   whole milk

 * 1
   
   pinch kosher salt

 * 4 tablespoons
   
   sweetened condensed milk, divided

 * 2 tablespoons
   
   unsalted butter, divided




INSTRUCTIONS

 1. Heat 2 cups neutral oil in a large high-sided or cast-iron skillet (at least
    10 inches) over medium-high heat until 350ºF. Meanwhile, assemble the
    sandwiches and prepare the egg mixture.

 2. Place 4 slices white sandwich or milk bread on a cutting board. Spread 1
    tablespoon peanut butter on each slice, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Top each
    with a second slice of bread to close the sandwiches. Cut the crusts off
    each sandwich. Place 2 large eggs, 2 tablespoons whole milk, and 1 pinch
    kosher salt in a wide, shallow bowl (such as a pie dish), and whisk until
    combined.

 3. When the oil is hot, fry 2 at a time: Dip all the sides of each sandwich
    quickly in the egg mixture (do not let it soak) and place in the hot oil.
    Fry, flipping halfway through, until deep golden brown all over, about 1 1/2
    minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain briefly,
    then place each sandwich on a plate. Repeat dipping and frying the remaining
    2 sandwiches.

 4. Top each French toast with 1 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk and 1/2
    tablespoon unsalted butter. Serve immediately.


RECIPE NOTES

Bread: The milk bread that is traditionally used is the milk bread from Asian
bakeries. Chinese bakeries often have the square loaf that is already cut for
you; Korean bakeries (such as tous les jours) have milk bread that are domed,
and both can be used.

If using white sandwich bread, a country white works better than Wonder bread,
which is too soft.

Make ahead: Assemble the sandwiches and wrap tightly to prevent it from drying
out up to 1 day ahead. Whisk the egg mixture together and refrigerate in an
airtight container. Dip and fry when ready to eat.

French toast is best eaten fresh while it is crisp, but can be made ahead and
kept warm in a 200ºF oven for up to 1 hour. French toast kept in the oven will
not be as crisp.

Storage: Leftover French toast can be refrigerated in an airtight container for
up to 4 days. Reheat in a 350ºF oven until warmed through (it will not be as
crisp).

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