Steam Buns

Based of a recipe from some random YouTube channel.

370 g all-purpose flour
240 g warm water
25 g sugar
5 g active yeast
6 g baking powder
14 g vegetable oil
– sesame oil, for brushing

Scale it with BRDCLC

You’ll also need parchment paper and a steamer basket.

Makes 12 steam buns. Takes about two and a half hours total but it’s mostly waiting.

  1. Add sugar to warm water, stir to dissolve.
  2. Add the yeast and set aside for 10–15min or until frothy.
  3. Add flour and baking powder to a large mixing bowl and mix well.
  4. Add yeast mixture and mix well.
  5. Add vegetable oil and mix well.
  6. Knead the dough for about 10–13 minutes.
  7. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap and let rise for about an hour or until doubled in volume.
  8. Remove plastic wrap and lightly knead dough.
  9. Transfer to a floured surface and divide into 12 equal portions.
  10. Form balls out of each portion.
  11. Let the dough rest for about 10 minutes.
  12. Flatten then use a rolling pin to form about 12cm circles.
  13. brush with sesame oil then fold in half.
  14. Place on parchment paper and let rest for an additional 20–30 minutes.
  15. Steam buns over rapidly boiling water for 8–10 minutes.