Steamed Buns with Pork Filling (包子)

包子 (Steamed Buns with Pork Filling) are a popular dish in Northeastern Chinese Cuisine, known for their soft and fluffy texture and savory pork filling.

Steamed Buns with Pork Filling (包子)

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, warm water, vegetable oil, sugar, and yeast to form a dough. Let it rise for 1 hour.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the ground pork, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and green onions to make the filling.
  3. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and roll each piece into a small disc. Place a spoonful of the pork filling in the center of each disc, then pleat and seal the edges to form a bun.
  4. Place the buns in a steamer and steam for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
220 per bun
Protein
10g
Carbohydrates
25g
Fat
8g

Supplies

Large bowl Steamer

Tools

Rolling pin Knife

Serving suggestions

Serve the steamed buns with a side of hot and sour soup for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a shiny finish, brush the steamed buns with a mixture of water and sugar before serving.

Cost

$10