Shaobing is a layered, crisp-on-the-outside flatbread made from wheat flour dough that's baked or pan-roasted, often topped with white sesame seeds and filled with either savory (like scallion, minced pork) or sweet (like red bean paste, black sesame) fillings. Originating in Northern China, especially around Beijing and Henan, Shaobing is traditionally baked in clay ovens or griddled over fire, producing a toasty crust and chewy interior. Eaten for breakfast or as a street snack, it’s often paired with soy milk or stuffed with meats for a portable sandwich. The name may vary—Huoshao is more common in some regions—but all reflect ancient northern Chinese baking traditions. Common variations include spiced beef-stuffed shaobing or flaky sugar-coated versions.

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