Description
Indulge in the irresistible allure of Tender Beef Bao Buns: A Steamed Asian Delight. These fluffy buns are filled with a savory beef mixture that boasts rich umami flavors, making them a perfect choice for appetizers, snacks, or even a main meal. With just one hour of preparation time, you’ll be able to recreate the authentic taste of your favorite dim sum restaurant right in your kitchen. Enjoy the fun of shaping these delightful bao buns with family and friends, and feel free to customize the filling to suit your taste!
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 lb beef (short rib, chuck roast, or flank steak)
- ¾ cup warm milk
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon instant yeast
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
- 2 green onions, finely sliced
Instructions
- For the dough: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, and warm milk. Knead until smooth (8-10 minutes), then let it rise covered for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- For the filling: Heat sesame oil in a pan. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant. Add chopped beef and sauces; simmer until tender (10-15 minutes). Stir in green onions and remove from heat.
- Shape the buns: Divide risen dough into 12-14 portions. Roll each into discs, place a spoonful of beef filling in the center, pinch edges to seal.
- Steam the buns: Arrange on parchment-lined steamer trays and steam over boiling water for 12-15 minutes until fluffy.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bao bun (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg