Chinese Steamed Buns

Marc Ziemann MD

Updated on May 10, 2024

Ingredients

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour, divided
¾ cup warm water, divided
1 tablespoon active dry yeast
1 teaspoon white sugar
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon baking powder

Directions

Mix together 1/4 cup flour, 1/4 cup warm water, yeast, and 1 teaspoon sugar in a large bowl. Allow to sit for 30 minutes.
Mix in remaining 1 1/2 cups flour, remaining 1/2 cup warm water, 2 tablespoons sugar, vegetable oil, and salt. Knead until dough is smooth and elastic. Transfer to a greased bowl, roll to coat with oil, and let sit until tripled in size, 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
Punch down dough and spread out on a floured board. Sprinkle baking powder evenly on surface of dough; knead for 5 minutes.
Divide dough in half; set aside one half in a covered bowl. Divide remaining half into 12 equal pieces. Shape each into a ball; transfer each ball to a small square of waxed paper with the smooth surface facing up. Repeat portioning and shaping with remaining dough half. Cover all 24 dough balls and let sit until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
Bring some water to a boil in a wok, then reduce heat to medium and keep water at a low boil. Place the steam plate on a small wire rack in the middle of the wok, leaving at least 2 inches of space between the plate and the wok. Working in batches, place buns on waxed paper squares onto the steam plate, leaving 1 to 2 inches between buns.
Cover and steam buns for 15 minutes. Carefully remove the lid, so condensation doesn't drip onto buns. Continue steaming remaining buns until all are cooked.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

44	Calories
1g	Fat
8g	Carbs
1g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 24
Calories 44
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g	1%
Saturated Fat 0g	1%
Sodium 35mg	2%
Total Carbohydrate 8g	3%
Dietary Fiber 0g	1%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 1g	2%
Calcium 8mg	1%
Iron 1mg	3%
Potassium 20mg	0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.