Bankou Recipe
Make Bankou Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water (about 110°F or 43°C) and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Mix well.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Add the activated yeast mixture to the flour mixture and knead until a smooth dough forms, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Filling Preparation
- 5
- 6
Add Meat and Vegetables
Add the ground meat to the skillet. Cook until browned. Stir in the bell pepper and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- 7
Season the Filling
Add soy sauce and black pepper to the mixture. Stir well and remove from heat. Allow to cool slightly.
Assembly and Cooking
- 8
Shape the Bankou
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.
- 9
Fill the Dough
Flatten each ball of dough and place a spoonful of the meat filling in the center. Fold the dough over the filling and seal it well.
- 10
Cook the Bankou
In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Place the filled Bankou in a steamer basket and steam for about 15-20 minutes, until the dough is cooked through.
- 11
Serve
Remove the Bankou from the steamer and serve warm with your choice of dipping sauce.