Description
Korean Steamed Buns are soft, fluffy buns filled with savory ingredients, perfect for a delicious snack or meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 cup cooked and shredded pork or chicken (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (optional)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (optional)
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, dissolve the instant yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add the yeast mixture and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- While the dough is rising, prepare the filling by mixing the cooked meat, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, and garlic in a bowl.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a circle about 4 inches in diameter.
- Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle, then fold the edges over to seal the bun. Pinch tightly to ensure no filling escapes.
- Place the buns on parchment paper squares and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- Prepare a steamer or a large pot with a steaming rack. Bring water to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Steam the buns in batches for about 15-20 minutes, making sure not to overcrowd the steamer.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, substitute the meat with sautéed mushrooms and tofu.
- Experiment with different fillings like sweet red bean paste or vegetables for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg