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Butterfly-shaped layered butter pastry

Shanghai butterfly pastry

上海蝴蝶酥

Shànghǎi húdiésū

A crisp, wing-shaped pastry baked with sugar.

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The flaky sweet pastry can be broken into small shareable pieces; its crisp layers are easier to manage in small bites.

Recipes vary. Ask the restaurant about ingredients and serving before you order.

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Buttery and sweet

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Flaky layers.

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