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Steamed Pork Buns with Chive

Savory Steamed Pork Buns with Chive: A Homemade Delight

Steamed Pork Buns with Chive are a delightful homemade snack, perfect for gatherings and cozy nights.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 15 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 10 buns
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Ginger Water Can be substituted with grated ginger or omitted.
  • 1 cup Warm Water Around 110°F (43°C).
  • 2 tbsp Sugar Granulated sugar recommended.
  • 2 tsp Active Dry Yeast Ensure it's fresh.
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour Bread flour can be used.
For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Pork Can substitute with ground chicken or tofu.
  • 2 tbsp Oyster Sauce Can be replaced with soy sauce.
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce (Light and Dark) Low-sodium versions recommended.
  • 2 tbsp Shaoxing Wine Can be substituted with dry sherry.
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Can be swapped with potato starch.
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 1 tsp Ground White Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Toasted Sesame Oil Omit if allergic.
  • 1 cup Chinese Chives Regular chives can be used.

Equipment

  • Steamer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • kitchen towel

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare Ginger Water by mincing fresh ginger, combining with boiling water, steeping for 10 minutes, and straining.
  2. Make Dough by mixing warm water, sugar, and yeast; wait until bubbly. Add flour and knead until smooth. Let rise until doubled in size, about 45-90 minutes.
  3. Prepare Filling by combining ground pork with ginger water, oyster sauce, soy sauces, Shaoxing wine, cornstarch, and seasoning. Refrigerate while the dough rises.
  4. Form Buns by punching down the dough, dividing into pieces, rolling out, and filling with pork mixture. Pleat and seal the buns.
  5. Second Rise by covering buns with a towel for 15 minutes while preparing the steamer.
  6. Cook Buns by steaming for about 15 minutes until fluffy. Let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
  7. Serve warm with a dipping sauce made from Chinkiang vinegar and soy sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bunCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

These buns can be made with different fillings like chicken or tofu for variations. Best enjoyed warm.

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