Bao House Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Dipping Sauce
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Add the frothy yeast mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let Rise
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.
Filling Preparation
- 6
Combine Filling Ingredients
In a large bowl, mix together ground pork, soy sauce, sesame oil, chopped green onions, grated ginger, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Make sure everything is well combined.
Bun Assembly
- 7
Shape Buns
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into equal portions (about 12). Roll each portion into a ball and then flatten into a disc.
- 8
Fill Buns
Place about 1-2 tablespoons of the filling in the center of each disc. Gather the edges and pinch them together to seal the bun.
Cooking
- 9
Steam Buns
Prepare a steamer and steam the buns for about 15-20 minutes until they are fluffy and cooked through.
Dipping Sauce Preparation
- 10
Mix Sauce Ingredients
In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili oil, and sesame seeds. Stir well to combine.