Banana and Red Bean Paste Bun # Baking Series # 4_R2

red bean paste

🥗Healthier: black bean paste

💰Cheaper: homemade red bean paste

Homemade can be more cost-effective and tailored to taste.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat adds fiber while cake flour can yield a lighter texture.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar can be less expensive.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor, while canola is often cheaper.

Flatten each piece of dough and place a spoonful of red bean paste and banana in the center.

Fold the dough over the filling and pinch to seal tightly.

Place the buns on parchment paper squares in a steamer basket.

Cover and steam over boiling water until fluffy.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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