Baozi - Chinese Steamed Buns
Baozi is a traditional Chinese filled steamed bun that has been enjoyed for centuries. Legend has it that the military strategist Zhuge Liang first had them made as a nutritious and portable food for his soldiers. The soft, slightly sweet dough of baozi perfectly complements the savory meat or vegetable filling. Popular as a street food in China and other Asian countries, there are many variations, both sweet and savory.
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
In a small bowl, combine the lukewarm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 10 minutes, until foamy.
2
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
3
Add the yeast mixture and oil to the flour mixture. Mix well, then start kneading the dough.
4
Knead the dough for 10-12 minutes, until smooth and elastic. If it's too sticky, add a little flour.
5
Cover the dough with a kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
6
Meanwhile, prepare the filling: in a bowl, combine the ground pork, cabbage, green onions, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil.
7
Divide the risen dough into 10 equal portions, then shape them into small circles (about 4 inches in diameter).
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Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle. Carefully fold the edges together, pinching at the top to create a sealed bun.
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Place the buns on parchment paper, cover, and let them rise for another 15-20 minutes.
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Prepare a steamer, bring water to a boil, then place the buns inside, making sure they don't touch each other.
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Steam the buns for 15 minutes, then turn off the heat and let them rest under the lid for another 5 minutes.
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Serve warm with soy sauce or other dipping sauce.
