Chinese
Chinese - Cantonese and Dim Sum
Char Siu Bao
Chef's Menu Description
An enticing artisan creation, freshly prepared with vibrant seasoning and served with complementary accompaniments.
Ingredients
- • 300g plain flour
- • 150ml warm water
- • 2 tsp active dry yeast
- • 2 tbsp sugar
- • 300g char siu, diced
- • 2 tbsp char siu sauce
- • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- • 1 tbsp cornflour mixed with 3 tbsp water
- • 2 tbsp cooking oil
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water, add the flour and oil, and knead into a soft dough.
2
Phase 2
Cover and let the dough rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
3
Phase 3
Toss the diced char siu with char siu sauce and oyster sauce, then thicken with the cornflour slurry over low heat.
4
Phase 4
Punch down the dough, divide into 10 portions, and roll each into a wrapper.
5
Phase 5
Place a spoonful of filling in each wrapper and pleat the edges to close the bun.
6
Phase 6
Rest the buns for 30 minutes.
7
Phase 7
Steam over medium heat for 12 minutes and serve hot.