Fluffy, savory Dim Sum King bao buns filled with delicious meat or vegetable fillings—a dim sum classic you can master at home!
Dim Sum King: Mastering Bao Buns
Description
Dim Sum King
Dum Sum King Bao buns, also known as baozi, are a staple in Chinese cuisine. These fluffy, steamed buns can be filled with various savory fillings, making them a versatile and delicious treat. The key to perfect bao buns lies in the dough's texture and the flavorful filling. With this recipe, you'll learn to create soft, pillowy buns and a classic savory pork filling. Impress your family and friends with your Dim Sum King skills!
Kneading: Ensure the dough is well-kneaded for a smooth texture.
Steaming: Use parchment paper to prevent buns from sticking.
Filling: Don't overfill the buns to avoid bursting during steaming.
Ingredients
Dough:
Filling
Instructions
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Prepare the Dough
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, instant yeast, and baking powder.
Add Wet Ingredients: Gradually add warm water and vegetable oil to the dry mixture. Stir until a dough forms.
Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Filling:
Mix Filling Ingredients: In a bowl, combine ground pork, soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, green onion, and grated ginger. Mix well until fully incorporated.
Chill the Filling: Cover the filling mixture and refrigerate until ready to use.
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Shape the Bao Buns
Divide the Dough: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 12 equal portions.
Shape the Buns: Roll each portion into a ball, then flatten it into a small disk.
Add Filling: Place a tablespoon of filling in the center of each disk. Gather the edges of the dough and pinch them together to seal the bun.
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Second Rise
Rest the Buns: Place the filled buns on a parchment-lined tray, cover them with a damp cloth, and let them rest for 30 minutes.
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Steam the Bao Buns
- Prepare Steamer: Line the steamer basket with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Steam: Place the buns in the steamer, leaving space between them. Steam over boiling water for 15-20 minutes.
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 200kcal
- Calories from Fat 90kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Saturated Fat 3g15%
- Cholesterol 30mg10%
- Sodium 450mg19%
- Potassium 150mg5%
- Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
- Dietary Fiber 1g4%
- Sugars 4g
- Protein 8g16%
- Vitamin A 150 IU
- Vitamin C 2 mg
- Calcium 20 mg
- Iron 1.5 mg
- Vitamin E 1 IU
- Vitamin K 5 mcg
- Thiamin 0.2 mg
- Riboflavin 0.1 mg
- Niacin 2 mg
- Vitamin B6 0.1 mg
- Folate 20 mcg
- Vitamin B12 0.5 mcg
- Biotin 2 mcg
- Pantothenic Acid 0.5 mg
- Phosphorus 70 mg
- Iodine 0.1 g
- Magnesium 10 mmol
- Selenium 10 mg
- Copper 0.1 mg
- Manganese 0.1 mg
- Chromium 0.1 mcg
- Molybdenum 0.1 mg
- Chloride 100 mmol
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Make sure to not overfill the buns and to steam them immediately after the second rise to achieve the perfect fluffy texture.
