Baozi

Experience the warmth of homemade Baozi, fluffy steamed buns filled with savory ground pork, ginger, and green onions. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a delightful weekend gathering with friends.

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup warm water
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 453.6 g ground pork
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon ginger
• 2 green onions chopped

Method

1. 1

   In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, mix the flour with the yeast mixture. Knead until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, combine ground pork, soy sauce, ginger, and green onions. Mix well to combine the filling ingredients.

5. 5

   Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into equal pieces. Roll each piece into a circle about 4 inches in diameter.

6. 6

   Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each dough circle. Gather the edges and pinch to seal the baozi tightly.

7. 7

   Place the baozi in a steamer lined with parchment paper. Steam over boiling water for about 15-20 minutes until cooked through.

8. 8

   Serve warm and enjoy your homemade baozi!