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Tender Beef Bao Buns

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Deliciously savory beef bao buns filled with a fragrant mixture of ground beef, garlic, and ginger, all wrapped in soft, pillow-like dough.

  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (plus 1 tablespoon for sautéing)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 lb ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup chopped scallions
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Pinch of white pepper

Instructions

  1. Sprinkle the yeast over the warm water and add the sugar. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Create a well in the center, pour in the yeast mixture and vegetable oil, and mix until a loose dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until soft and elastic. Cover and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  4. In a pan over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and sauté the minced garlic and ginger until fragrant.
  5. Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Mix well, then fold in chopped scallions and cilantro. Let the filling cool.
  6. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide into 12 portions. Roll out each piece into a circle about 4-5 inches in diameter.
  7. Spoon a generous amount of the beef filling into each circle and pinch the dough to seal.
  8. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat, arrange the buns seam-side down, and pan-fry for 3-4 minutes until golden. Add a few tablespoons of water, cover, and steam for an additional 10 minutes.

Notes

Feel free to swap ground beef with ground chicken or tofu for a vegetarian option. These bao buns can be served with sriracha or pickled vegetables for extra flavor.

  • Author: alison
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Steaming and Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Omnivore

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bun
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Find it online: https://www.koyarecipes.com/tender-beef-bao-buns-recipe/