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Pan-fried Buns with Minced Pork

Cultural Context

Originating from Shanghai, Sheng Jian Bao are a beloved street food, known for their crispy bottoms and juicy filling. Traditionally enjoyed as a snack or breakfast, these buns symbolize comfort and community in Chinese culture. Today, they have gained popularity worldwide, with various adaptations reflecting local tastes.

ChineseTWmain
75 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup water
2 teaspoons yeast
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 lb minced pork
1 tablespoon ginger
2 cloves garlic
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
4 green onions
2 cups cabbage
1 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons oil
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

minced pork

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is leaner while ground chicken is often more affordable.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while bread flour can be less expensive.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

ginger

🥗Healthier: turmeric

💰Cheaper: ground ginger

Turmeric adds health benefits, while ground ginger is more budget-friendly.

1

Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl.

2

Dissolve yeast in warm water and let sit until bubbly.

3

Combine yeast mixture with flour mixture and knead until smooth.

4

Cover dough and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.

5

Meanwhile, mix minced pork, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, green onions, and cabbage in a bowl.

6

Divide risen dough into equal portions and flatten each into a disc.

7

Place a spoonful of pork filling in the center of each disc.

8

Fold the edges of the dough over the filling to seal, forming a bun.

9

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

10

Place buns in the skillet, seam side down, and cook until golden, about 3-4 minutes.

11

Add water to the skillet, cover, and steam until cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.

12

Remove the lid and cook until the water evaporates and the bottoms are crispy.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingsteamingpan-frying

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Sheng Jian BaoPan-fried Pork Buns

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