Wok-Less Yeast-Less Steamed Buns

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 15
Wok-Less Yeast-Less Steamed Buns with Pork Filling
in Dinner

Prep

45 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

1 hour 5 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 cup sugar
1 1/4 cups warm water ( about 110 )
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons baking powder
1/4 cup lard
1 tablespoon lard
1 1/2 lbs boneless lean pork , cut into 1/4 cubes
2 garlic cloves , minced
1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger , grated
4 teaspoons sugar , divided
4 tablespoons soy sauce , divided
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon dry sherry
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium onion , diced
24 parchment paper , squares 3x3-inch

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
186
Sugar
6g
Fat
7g
Wok-Less Yeast-Less Steamed Buns with Pork Filling are a popular street food in China and are often served as a snack or a meal. These fluffy buns are steamed instead of fried, making them a healthier version of other snack foods. The dough and the pork filling are easy to make and once you have mastered the basic recipe, you can experiment with different fillings and flavors. These buns are perfect for a family dinner or a potluck, and they can be frozen for later.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, combine sugar with warm water until sugar dissolves.
2.Add the all-purpose flour and baking powder to the bowl and stir to combine.
3.Add the lard to the flour mixture and stir to incorporate. Knead the dough for 5-10 minutes until it becomes soft and pliable.
4.Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes or until it doubles in size.
5.In a shallow dish, combine the pork cubes, garlic, ginger, 2 teaspoons of sugar and 2 tablespoons of soy sauce.
6.In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, dry sherry, and remaining soy sauce. Set aside.
7.Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet on medium heat and add the diced onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until it softens.
8.Add the pork mixture to the skillet and cook until the pork is no longer pink. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook until the sauce thickens.
9.Divide the dough into 24 equal parts and roll each piece into a ball. Flatten each ball to form a circle and place a spoonful of the pork mixture in the center. Pinch the edges of the dough circle together around the pork to seal the bun.
10.Place each filled bun onto a square of parchment paper and arrange them in a steamer basket over boiling water.
11.Steam the buns for 15-20 minutes or until they are fully cooked and fluffy. Serve warm.

PROS

These homemade steamed buns are easy to make and have a delicious pork filling.

They are a healthy alternative to fried or baked snacks and are perfect as a main dish or a snack.

CONS

The dough for these buns takes some time to rest and rise, so plan ahead if you want to make them.

Steaming the buns can also take some time, so be patient while waiting for them to cook.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These steamed buns are a great source of protein from the pork filling.
The dough is made with all-purpose flour which provides some fiber and energy, but also has some simple carbohydrates.
Steaming the buns instead of frying or baking them makes them a healthier choice.

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