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Vegan Bao Buns

Posted on August 1, 2023August 1, 2023 By Admin No Comments on Vegan Bao Buns

Bao Buns, commonly known as lotus leaf bread, are a flat steamed bun. They are typically folded and filled with pork belly, but the modern take on bao buns has allowed for a wide range of fillings to fit a wide range of diets!

Ingredients

For the buns

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet (about 2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
  • ½ cup warm water
  • ¼ cup plant-based milk (such as almond or soy milk)
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

For the filling

  • 1 block firm tofu, drained and pressed
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
  • 1 cup shredded cabbage
  • 1 carrot, grated
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

For the buns

  1. In a small bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water and add the active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture, plant-based milk, and vegetable oil. Mix until it forms a dough.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place it in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
  4. After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 10-12 equal-sized pieces. Roll each piece into a small ball and then flatten it into a disc shape (about 3-4 inches in diameter).
  5. Place each disc on a small piece of parchment paper and put them in a steamer. Let them rise again for about 30 minutes.
  6. Steam the buns over medium-high heat for 10-12 minutes until they become puffy and cooked through. Remove them from the steamer and let them cool slightly.

For the filling

  1. In a medium bowl, crumble the tofu and mix it with soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and sesame oil. Set it aside.
  2. In a pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the shredded cabbage, grated carrot, and chopped green onions to the pan. Sauté for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  4. Add the seasoned tofu mixture to the pan and cook for an additional 2 minutes until everything is well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Assemble the Bao Buns

  1. Carefully open each steamed bun and stuff it with the tofu and vegetable filling.
  2. Serve the vegan bao buns warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

  • Calories: 180-200 kcal
  • Total Fat: 4-6g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5-1g
  • Carbohydrates: 28-32g
  • Fiber: 2-3g
  • Sugar: 2-4g
  • Protein: 6-8g
  • Sodium: 300-400mg
Sandwiches & Wraps, Weight-Loss Recipes Tags:fiber-rich, highprotein, ketogenic, lowcarb, lowfat, Vegan Bao Buns

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