Whole Wheat Vegetable and Shiitake Mushroom Buns
A healthy, steamed bun recipe featuring whole wheat dough and a savory filling, noted for nutritional benefits such as promoting blood circulation and supporting bone and teeth health.
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These wholesome steamed buns are a comforting and nutritious staple of traditional Chinese cuisine. Combining classic steaming techniques with health-conscious ingredients, they make for a delicious and satisfying meal that offers a wonderful balance of savory flavor and daily nourishment.
Ingredients
Whole wheat flour
All-purpose flour
Green vegetables
Shiitake mushrooms
Dried tofu
Light soy sauce
Sesame oil
Salt
Sugar
Pepper powder
Instructions
1
Step 1
Prepare the ingredients.
2
Step 2
Dissolve the yeast in an appropriate amount of warm water, then pour it into the whole wheat flour and all-purpose flour.
3
Step 3
Add a little sugar and stir until it forms flaky crumbs.
4
Step 4
Knead into a smooth dough.
5
Step 5
Place in a warm spot and let it ferment until doubled in size.
6
Step 6
Add a little salt and oil to boiling water. Blanch the greens, then remove and squeeze out the excess water.
7
Step 7
Dice the greens, shiitake mushrooms, and dried tofu.
8
Step 8
Season with salt, sugar, pepper, and sesame oil.
9
Step 9
Deflate the fermented dough.
10
Step 10
Divide the dough into small portions.
11
Step 11
Roll out into wrappers that are thick in the middle and thin around the edges.
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Step 12
Place the filling in the center and pinch the dough to form pleated buns.
13
Step 13
Place the buns in a steamer and let them rest for 15 minutes.
14
Step 14
Steam over cold water. Once it starts steaming, turn to medium-low heat and steam for 8 minutes. Turn off the heat and let them sit for about 5 minutes before opening.
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Step 15
Your healthy and nutritious whole wheat buns with greens and shiitake mushrooms are ready.
