Steamed Pork Bun

about steamed pork buns!

Steamed pork buns, also known as "char siu bao" in Cantonese, are a type of Chinese pastry that are made with a soft, doughy wrapper and filled with seasoned, barbecued pork. The buns are typically steamed, rather than baked, which gives them a fluffy, cloud-like texture that is quite unique.

Steamed pork buns are a popular dish in Chinese restaurants in the United States, and can often be found on the menu in dim sum restaurants or in the steam trays of Chinese buffets. They are typically served as a snack or appetizer, and are best eaten fresh and hot.

The dough for steamed pork buns is made with flour, water, baking powder, yeast, and sugar, and is kneaded and proofed before being filled with the pork mixture. The pork filling is made with barbecued pork (known as "char siu" in Cantonese), which is seasoned with hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and five-spice powder.

When you order steamed pork buns at a restaurant, they will typically come in a steamer basket, with several buns nestled together. To eat them, you can use your hands or chopsticks to pick them up, and then bite into the soft, fluffy bun to reveal the savory pork filling inside.

If you've never tried steamed pork buns before, I highly recommend giving them a try! They are a delicious and satisfying dish that is sure to please.