Vegan Cha Siu Bao

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 16
Vegan Cha Siu Bao for a healthy and flavorful meal
in Vegan

Prep

2 hours

Cook

20 min

Ready In

2 hours 20 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup unbleached cane sugar
1 3/4 cups warm water
1 tablespoon active dry yeast ( quick-rise or conventional )
6 1/2 cups unbleached flour
2 tablespoons non-hydrogenated margarine
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 cups seitan , cut into small pieces
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
1/4 cup hot chili sauce
1/4 cup vegan sour cream

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
20-25
Calories
167
Sugar
6g
Fat
3g
Vegan Cha Siu Bao is a delicious take on the traditional Chinese pork buns but is made without meat, eggs, or dairy products. This makes it a great option for those following a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle. These buns are steamed or baked and filled with a savory mixture of seitan, hoisin sauce, chili sauce, and vegan sour cream. The soft and fluffy dough complements the flavorful filling of this tasty meal. It can also be enjoyed as an appetizer or snack, and can be stored in the freezer for later consumption.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water and add the yeast. Stir to combine and let sit for about 5 minutes until the mixture becomes foamy.
2.Add 6 cups of flour to the yeast mixture and stir until a soft dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-10 minutes until the dough becomes smooth. Place it back into the bowl and cover with a damp towel. Let it rise for about an hour until it doubles in size.
3.In a pan, sauté the seitan in margarine for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes golden brown. Add the salt, pepper, hoisin sauce, hot chili sauce, and vegan sour cream to the pan and stir to combine.
4.Preheat the oven to 375°F.
5.Divide the dough into 20-25 pieces and roll each piece into a round disc. Place a spoonful of the filling into the center of each dough circle and pull the edges up and around the filling to seal the bun. Place the buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Leave some space between each bun as they will expand while baking.
6.Mix the remaining flour and baking powder together and sprinkle it over the top of each bun. Then brush the tops with vegetable oil.
7.Bake the buns at 375°F for about 18-20 minutes until they are golden brown and firm to the touch.

PROS

Vegan Cha Siu Bao is a great choice for a vegan diet and is low in saturated fat, high in fiber and protein.
These buns are flavorful and filling, and can be enjoyed as a meal on-the-go or as a snack.

CONS

These buns contain a relatively high amount of sugar and sodium due to the hoisin and chili sauce used in the recipe.
It’s important to consume these buns in moderation to maintain a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The seitan in this recipe is a good source of protein and fiber, and has a low glycemic index which makes it a great food for those with diabetes. Additionally, the chili sauce used in the recipe contains capsaicin which has been linked to reducing inflammation and aiding in digestion.

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