Tingmo or Ting Momo | Tibetan Steamed Bread | The Blue Poppy, Calcutta-style

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is plant-based and dairy-free.

yeast

🥗Healthier: sourdough starter

💰Cheaper: baking powder

Sourdough adds flavor and is more digestible.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and lactose-free.

Mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt in a bowl.

Add warm water and oil to the dry ingredients.

Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.

Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.

Punch down the dough and divide it into equal portions.

Shape each portion into a round bun.

Place the buns in a steamer basket lined with parchment paper.

Cover and steam the buns over boiling water for 15-20 minutes until fluffy.

Remove from the steamer and let cool slightly before serving.

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