Steamed buns, also known as 'bao' or 'mantou', are soft, fluffy, and slightly sweet bread buns originating from Chinese cuisine. They are versatile and can be filled with savory or sweet fillings or served plain. This recipe will guide you through making your own delicious steamed buns at home using simple ingredients.
- Make sure your milk is warm, not hot, to activate the yeast effectively without killing it.
- Knead the dough thoroughly to develop the gluten, which will result in a lighter and fluffier bun.
- Allow the dough to rise in a warm, draft-free environment for best results.
- When rolling out the dough, make sure it’s of even thickness to ensure uniform cooking.
By following this recipe, you can prepare soft, fluffy steamed buns at home. Perfect as a snack or part of a main meal, these buns are versatile and can be adapted with various fillings to suit your taste. Enjoy the process of making them and delight in the satisfying result of your homemade steamed buns.
Nutrition Facts | |
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Serving Size | 150 grams |
Energy | |
Calories 360kcal | 14% |
Protein | |
Protein 12g | 8% |
Carbohydrates | |
Carbohydrates 66g | 18% |
Fiber 2.68g | 7% |
Sugar 6g | 6% |
Fat | |
Fat 6g | 7% |
Saturated 0.72g | 2% |
Cholesterol 3.00mg | - |
Vitamins | |
Vitamin A 36ug | 4% |
Choline 18mg | 3% |
Vitamin B1 0.40mg | 34% |
Vitamin B2 0.13mg | 10% |
Vitamin B3 1.81mg | 11% |
Vitamin B6 0.12mg | 7% |
Vitamin B9 50ug | 12% |
Vitamin B12 0.37ug | 15% |
Vitamin C 0.00mg | 0% |
Vitamin E 0.71mg | 5% |
Vitamin K 2.97ug | 2% |
Minerals | |
Calcium, Ca 170mg | 13% |
Copper, Cu 0.17mg | 0% |
Iron, Fe 1.09mg | 10% |
Magnesium, Mg 36mg | 9% |
Phosphorus, P 200mg | 16% |
Potassium, K 220mg | 7% |
Selenium, Se 18ug | 31% |
Sodium, Na 640mg | 43% |
Zinc, Zn 1.26mg | 11% |
Water | |
Water 60g | - |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. |
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