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Char Siu Bao
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Char Siu Bao

Pillowy steamed buns split open to reveal glossy sweet-savory bbq pork — dim sum in its purest form.

Sweet3 hrServes 12

The method

6 steps · 3 hr

  1. 01

    Mix flour, baking powder, sugar, yeast, water, oil into a soft dough; proof 90 minutes.

  2. 02

    Simmer hoisin, oyster, sugar, soy, stock; thicken with cornstarch.

  3. 03

    Fold in char siu and scallions; chill until set.

  4. 04

    Divide dough into 12; roll disks, pleat filling into buns.

  5. 05

    Rest buns on parchment 20 minutes; steam over high heat 12 minutes.

  6. 06

    Leave lid on 3 minutes after heat off to prevent collapse.

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