Baozi (包子)

Name: Baozi
Total time: 88 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: China
Ingredients: 300 g wheat flour; 1.25 tsp instant dry yeast; 1 tsp baking powder; 1 tsp white sugar; 165 ml warm water; to taste vegetable oil

China

Steamed buns in Asian style, they turn out soft and airy. Perfect for filling or as a snack on their own.

Ingredients

300 g wheat flour
1.25 tsp instant dry yeast
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp white sugar
165 ml warm water
to taste vegetable oil

Steps

In a large bowl combine wheat flour, instant dry yeast, baking powder, and white sugar.
Gradually pour the warm water, stirring until a rough dough forms.
Let the dough rest for 10 minutes, then knead for 2‑3 minutes until smooth and homogeneous.
Divide the dough into 8‑12 equal pieces, shape into balls, roll each into an oval about 0.5 cm thick, brush half of the oval with oil and fold in half.
Prepare a steamer, line with perforated parchment paper or silicone inserts, and place the buns with enough space between them.
Let the buns rise for another about 30 minutes.
Pour 500 ml of water into a pot, bring to a boil, then steam the buns for 10 minutes over medium heat.
Cool the buns; optionally store them in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.