Chinese Steamed Custard Buns (nai wong bao)
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Chinese Steamed Custard Buns (nai wong bao)

Est. Time: 15-20 min  •  1 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

A delicious and authentic desserts and sweet soups recipe for Chinese Steamed Custard Buns (nai wong bao), prepared with traditional seasonings and techniques.

Ingredients

  • • 125 g (1/2 cup) water (warm)
  • • 7 g (1 packet / 2 teaspoons) active dry yeast
  • • 60 g (4 tablespoons) sugar
  • • 250 g (1 2/3 cup) cake flour ((or low gluten flour))
  • • 7 g (2 teaspoons) baking powder
  • • 7 g (1 1/2 teaspoons) shortening
  • • 20 grams (3 tablespoons) cornflour
  • • 3 grams (1 teaspoon) plain flour
  • • 56 grams (1/4 cup) granulated sugar (seperated)
  • • 3 large Pete and Gerry’s Organic Eggs (egg yolks)
  • • 240 grams (1 cup) whole milk
  • • 15 grams (1 tablespoon) butter
  • • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation Steps

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Phase 1

Prepare fresh ingredients according to authentic Chinese wok technique and serve piping hot.