Recipe: Steamed Pork Buns (Baozi)
INTRODUCTION:
Steamed pork buns, also known as baozi, are a popular Chinese dish made with soft, fluffy dough filled with a savory and flavorful pork filling. These buns are perfect for a snack or as part of a meal and are often served in dim sum restaurants or enjoyed at home. The combination of tender meat and the soft, pillowy dough makes for a delicious bite!
INGREDIENTS:
For the dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup warm water
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the filling:
- 250g ground pork
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon ginger (minced)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Prepare the dough:
- In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and vegetable oil. Mix until the dough comes together.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes, until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise for 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
- Prepare the filling:
- In a bowl, mix the ground pork with soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and white pepper.
- Add the chopped green onions, ginger, and garlic. Stir well to combine the filling and