Vietnamese Steamed Buns (banh Bao)

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 16
Steaming hot Vietnamese Steamed Buns filled with Chinese sausage, ground pork, barbecued pork, and hard-boiled eggs
in Main

Prep

45 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

1 hr 10 min

Level

Difficult

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Ingredients

4 cups self rising flour
1 cup milk
3/4 cup white sugar
2 links Chinese sausage , thinly sliced
5 hard-boiled eggs , cut into 1 `` , pieces
1/2 lb barbecued pork ( optional )
2 lbs ground pork
10 dried shiitake mushrooms
1 onion , finely chopped
3 tablespoons oyster sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10-12
Calories
440
Sugar
22g
Fat
14g
Vietnamese Steamed Buns, also known as banh bao, are a staple dish in Vietnamese cuisine. These fluffy buns are usually filled with a mixture of ground pork and vegetables, but can also include meats such as barbecued pork or Chinese sausage, as well as hard-boiled eggs. Vietnamese Steamed Buns are often enjoyed as a snack or a main dish, and are commonly found at street vendors and markets throughout Vietnam.

Instructions

1.Soak the shiitake mushrooms in hot water for 30 minutes.
2.In a large bowl, mix together the self-rising flour, milk, and white sugar until a dough forms.
3.In a separate bowl, marinate the ground pork with oyster sauce and chopped onions.
4.Cut the Chinese sausage, barbecued pork, and hard-boiled eggs into small pieces.
5.In a pan, sauté the Chinese sausage and mushrooms until fragrant, then add the marinated ground pork until fully cooked.
6.Roll out the dough into small circles and place a spoonful of filling in the center.
7.Pinch the edges together to seal and place the filled buns on a piece of parchment paper.
8.Steam the buns for 20-25 minutes until fully cooked and fluffy.
9.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

Vietnamese Steamed Buns are a delicious and filling main dish that are perfect for sharing with friends and family.

They are also a great way to use up leftover meat and vegetables.

CONS

Steaming the buns can be time-consuming and requires a bit of practice to get the perfect texture.

These buns are high in carbohydrates and may not be suitable for those on low-carb diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These steamed buns contain various nutrients from the different types of meat and vegetables used for filling, including protein and fiber.
However, due to the carbohydrates from the self-rising flour and sugar used in the dough, it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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