Delicious and Fluffy American-Style Steamed Pork Buns Recipe

These American-style steamed pork buns are a comforting and satisfying dish perfect for any meal of the day. The fluffy buns are filled with savory pork and aromatic seasonings, making them a favorite among all ages. Make a batch of these buns and enjoy them fresh out of the steamer for a truly delightful experience.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup warm water
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp active dry yeast
• 1/2 lb ground pork
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup diced shiitake mushrooms
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
2. Add the flour to the bowl and mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough for 5 minutes until smooth.
3. Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes to rise.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the ground pork, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, green onions, mushrooms, salt, and pepper.
5. Divide the dough into small pieces and roll them out into circles. Place a spoonful of the pork filling in the center of each circle and seal the buns by pleating the edges.
6. Place the buns on parchment paper in a bamboo steamer and steam for 15-20 minutes until the buns are cooked through.
7. Serve the steamed pork buns hot and enjoy!

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