How to make and steam Bao Buns without a Bamboo Steamer

ground pork

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner and lower in fat.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories and is dairy-free.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free and has a similar flavor.

Combine 1/2 cup milk, 1/3 cup warm water, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1 tablespoon active dry yeast in a bowl.

Let the yeast mixture sit until it becomes foamy.

In a separate bowl, mix 2 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt.

Add the foamy yeast mixture to the flour mixture and knead for 3 to 4 minutes using a mixer.

Cover the dough with cling wrap and let it rest for 2 hours.

After resting, use a clean glass to cut out the dough into circles for the buns.

Lightly brush the dough circles with oil.

Cut parchment paper into squares the size of the buns and spray them with non-stick cooking spray.

Place the buns on the parchment squares and then on the steamer.

Wrap the lid of the steamer with a tea towel and secure it with a rubber band around the handle.

Steam the buns for about 8 to 12 minutes.

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