Best 3 Banh Bao Recipes

Banh bao is a popular dish in many Asian cultures, and for good reason. It's a delicious, versatile dish that can be made with a variety of fillings and toppings. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy snack or a hearty meal, banh bao is a great option. With its soft, fluffy texture and savory filling, it's sure to satisfy your taste buds. In this article, we'll take you through the steps of making the perfect banh bao, from preparing the dough to steaming the buns. So gather your ingredients and let's get started!

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BANH BAO

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I'm a Vietnamese living in Indiana who had to find a recipe for one of my favorite Vietnamese snacks, banh bao. They are a variation on the Chinese cha siu bao (Chinese pork buns). I would like to thank Houston Wok for providing Ms. SkimmyJeans' moist filling recipe and Miss Adventure[at]home for a tasty bun recipe. Combined, this is my ultimate banh bao recipe.

Provided by capri3p

Categories Main Dish Recipes Dumpling Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 pound ground pork
2 shallots, minced
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 ½ tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
4 ½ cups self-rising flour
1 ½ cups milk
¾ cup white sugar
3 links Chinese sausages, sliced on the diagonal
4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and quartered
waxed paper

Steps:

Mix pork, shallots, fish sauce, oyster sauce, and soy sauce together in a large bowl. Let mixture marinate in the refrigerator, about 30 minutes.
Combine self-rising flour, milk, and sugar in another large bowl; knead until dough is smooth and no longer sticky. Cover dough with cheesecloth; let rest, about 5 minutes.
Divide dough into 18 balls. Roll out each ball into a circle with a rolling pin on a floured work surface. Place a spoonful of the pork mixture in the center; top with 2 sausage slices and an egg quarter. Gather the edges of each circle together like a coin purse; twist and pinch to seal the bun.
Cut waxed paper into eighteen 2-inch squares. Place each bun on a waxed paper square. Arrange 1 inch apart in a steamer; cover with lid.
Steam buns until puffed up, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276.8 calories, Carbohydrate 34.6 g, Cholesterol 65.1 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 736.4 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

VIETNAMESE STEAMED BUNS (BANH BAO)

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Make and share this Vietnamese Steamed Buns (banh Bao) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Nolita_Food

Categories Breakfast

Time 1h30m

Yield 30-40 buns

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 cups self rising flour
1 cup milk
3/4 cup white sugar
2 links Chinese sausage, thinly sliced
5 hard-boiled eggs, cut into 1 ", pieces
1/2 lb barbecued pork (optional)
2 lbs ground pork
10 dried shiitake mushrooms
1 onion, finely chopped
3 tablespoons oyster sauce

Steps:

Submerge mushroom in hot water until softened. Take them out, dry and finely juliene. Reserve water.
Heat some oil in a skillet, put in onions and let it sweat for a while. Stir in the rest of filling except boiled eggs and BBQ pork. Season with fish sauce and pepper to taste.
Add sugar to milk to dissolve. Add flour one cup at a time, after each time kneed the dough before adding the next cup. Put dough into a large mixing bowl, put a damp cheese cloth over to prevent drying out.
Cut a handful of dough (size to your choice), roll out thin (use bread roller or the smaller dumpling roller). Add a spoonful of filling, 1 piece of egg, BBQ pork. Seal dough tight around filling and put on a cut-out piece of parchment paper. Steam buns for about 15 minutes. These buns freeze pretty well as well, if you want to make a big batch at a time.

VIETNAMESE STEAMED BUNS (BANH BAO)

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This is a recipe for Vietnamese steamed bun dough. You can add a meat filling, egg, and Chinese sausage in the middle if you want. Makes 20 large buns or about 60 small buns.

Provided by dottyrox62195

Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

5 cups self-rising flour
2 cups milk
1 cup white sugar

Steps:

Mix flour, milk, and sugar together in a bowl. Cover and allow to rise, 30 minutes to 1 hour.
Punch dough down and separate into 20 equal-sized bun shapes.
Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add buns, cover, and steam until tender, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.3 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Fat 0.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 406.9 mg, Sugar 11.2 g

Tips:

For a fluffier bun, use warm water or milk to activate the yeast.
Be sure to knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic, this will help to develop the gluten and create a chewy texture.
Let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size, this will allow the yeast to work its magic and create a light and airy bun.
When shaping the buns, be sure to pinch the edges together tightly to prevent them from coming apart during steaming.
Steam the buns over high heat until they are cooked through, this will ensure that they are light and fluffy.
Serve the buns warm with your favorite dipping sauce or filling.

Conclusion:

Banh bao are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are relatively easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a little practice, you'll be able to make perfect banh bao every time.