The author of this article: Halberd Society
Bagel, a snack that has emerged in the food world in recent years, has attracted the attention of many diners with its unique shape and taste, so what is bagel? What is its essence? Why is its shape so unique? What is the reason behind its popularity?
Bagels, also known as bagel bread or bagel bread, are a bread food that originated in Eastern Europe and was introduced to the United States and became popular. It is made from gluten flour, yeast, water and sugar, etc., and is fermented and baked. The texture of bagels is similar to that of bread and steamed bread, but there are obvious differences in the production process and texture, so we can't simply equate bagels with large steamed buns.
Why are the bagels round and hole-in-the-box? Once the bagel is formed, it is boiled in boiling water for a period of time to gelatinize the starch in the dough and form a tough crust. The boiled bagel is then baked in the oven so that the baked bagel has a distinctive round shape and hollowness. This cavity not only makes the bagel crispier in terms of texture, but also provides convenience for the later filling to enrich more flavors
In recent years, bagel has become more and more popular and has become a signature delicacy in many bakeries and cafes. There are many factors behind the popularity of bagels. First of all, it has a unique taste, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, which is suitable for both breakfast and afternoon snacks. Secondly, the bagel production process is simple, the cost is low, and the price is close to the people, which is more acceptable to the public. In addition, it is rich in carbohydrates, proteins, fiber, and other nutrients.
In the café, a delicious bagel with a cup of fragrant coffee not only satisfies people's palate, but also brings a sense of pleasure and enjoyment on the spiritual level. Therefore, the perfect combination of coffee and bagel has contributed to the popularity of bagel to a certain extent.
Of course, we have to look at it rationally, although the taste and nutritional value of the bagel have certain advantages, it does not mean that it is the perfect food, although the bagel is delicious, it should also be eaten in moderation according to its own situation.