How to Make Bapao: Indonesian Steamed Bun Recipe for Beginners.

ground pork

🥗Healthier: ground chicken

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground chicken is lower in fat, while ground beef is often more affordable.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cake flour is often less expensive.

oyster sauce

🥗Healthier: mushroom sauce

💰Cheaper: soy sauce

Mushroom sauce is plant-based and lower in calories, while soy sauce is widely available.

white pepper

🥗Healthier: black pepper

💰Cheaper: none

Black pepper is more common and offers a similar flavor.

Sift 1 kg of all-purpose flour into a mixing bowl.

Add a pinch of salt and mix it in.

In a separate bowl, combine 400 ml of lukewarm water (around 110-115 degrees) with 4 tablespoons of sugar and 14 grams of yeast; let it sit for 10 minutes to activate the yeast.

Using a stand mixer, add the sifted flour and salt, then add the eggs one at a time.

Pour in the activated yeast mixture and mix until a smooth dough forms.

Cover the dough with a damp towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.

Prepare the filling by grating 2 onions and 5 garlic cloves.

In a skillet, melt 25 grams of butter over medium heat, then add the grated onion and garlic; cook until glassy.

Add 750 grams of ground beef to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until fully browned.

Stir in 1 tablespoon of ginger powder, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and 3 tablespoons of ketchup manis; mix well and remove from heat to cool.

After the dough has risen, knead it lightly on a floured surface and let it rise again for 30 minutes.

Divide the dough into 24 equal portions, roll each into a ball, and flatten them into circles.

Place a tablespoon of the meat filling in the center of each circle, pinch the edges to seal, and shape into a ball.

Let the filled buns rest in a warm place for 20 minutes before steaming.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens