Ingredients
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar (25 g)
- 1 teaspoon instant yeast (3 g)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder (2 g)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (1.5 g)
- 3/4 cup warm milk or water (180 mL)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (15 mL)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, yeast, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Gradually add warm milk or water and oil, mixing until a rough dough forms.
- Knead the dough for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
- Punch down dough and knead briefly for 2 minutes.
- Divide into 8–10 portions and shape into balls.
- Flatten each ball into an oval, brush lightly with oil, and fold if desired.
- Place each bun on parchment paper and let rest for 20–30 minutes.
- Steam buns over medium heat for 10–12 minutes.
- Let sit in steamer for 2 minutes before opening lid, then serve warm.
Notes
- Use warm liquid, not hot, to activate yeast properly.
- Do not overcrowd the steamer.
- Let buns rest after steaming to prevent collapse.
- Milk gives a richer flavor, but water works fine.
- Freeze for up to 1 month for convenience.
- Reheat by steaming or microwaving with a damp cloth.
- Add sesame oil for extra aroma if desired.
- Best enjoyed fresh and warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Steamed
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
