Super Soft and Fluffy Chinese Hot Dog Buns Recipe

pork belly

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs are leaner, while pork shoulder is more affordable.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

pickled mustard greens

🥗Healthier: fresh greens with vinegar

💰Cheaper: sauerkraut

Fresh greens provide a lighter flavor.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium options are better for sodium intake.

Prepare the tangzhong by mixing water and bread flour; cook until thickened and let cool.

In a mixing bowl, combine bread flour, milk, egg, instant yeast, unsalted butter, white sugar, salt, and milk powder.

Knead the dough using a stand mixer or by hand until smooth and elastic, noting that the dough will be very sticky.

Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size.

Divide the dough into equal pieces and shape each piece around a hotdog.

Place the shaped buns on a baking sheet; let them rise again until puffy.

Preheat the oven and bake the buns until golden brown.

Brush the baked buns with melted butter and let cool.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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