Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons minced ginger
- 2 tablespoons minced scallions
- 2 tablespoons minced red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons minced carrots
- 2 tablespoons minced shiitake mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons minced Chinese sausage
Special Equipment Needed:
- Stand mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Brush
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a stand mixer, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add vegetable oil and warm water and mix until a dough forms.
4. Knead dough for 5 minutes until smooth.
5. Divide dough into 16 equal pieces and roll into balls.
6. Place balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
7. Flatten each ball into a disc and brush with honey glaze.
8. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
9. In a small bowl, combine hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, five-spice powder, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, scallions, red bell pepper, carrots, shiitake mushrooms, and Chinese sausage.
10. Brush the char siu bao with the mixture.
11. Bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the char siu bao is golden brown.
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Temperature: 375°F
Serving Size: 16 char siu bao
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 150
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: can be substituted with gluten-free flour
- Vegetable oil: can be substituted with olive oil or coconut oil
- Honey: can be substituted with agave nectar or maple syrup
- Hoisin sauce: can be substituted with teriyaki sauce
- Soy sauce: can be substituted with tamari or coconut aminos
- Rice vinegar: can be substituted with white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- Sesame oil: can be substituted with olive oil or coconut oil
- Five-spice powder: can be substituted with Chinese five-spice powder
- Brown sugar: can be substituted with coconut sugar or date sugar
- Garlic: can be substituted with garlic powder
- Ginger: can be substituted with ginger powder
- Scallions: can be substituted with chives
- Red bell pepper: can be substituted with green bell pepper
- Carrots: can be substituted with parsnips or sweet potatoes
- Shiitake mushrooms: can be substituted with button mushrooms or oyster mushrooms
- Chinese sausage: can be substituted with bacon or ham
Variations:
- Add other vegetables such as zucchini, broccoli, or cauliflower
- Add different herbs and spices such as cumin, coriander, or turmeric
- Substitute the honey glaze with a different glaze such as a soy glaze or a teriyaki glaze
Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to knead the dough for at least 5 minutes to ensure a smooth texture.
- Make sure to brush the char siu bao with the honey glaze before baking to ensure a golden brown color.
- Make sure to brush the char siu bao with the hoisin sauce mixture after baking to ensure a flavorful char siu bao.
Storage Instructions:
Char siu bao can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Char siu bao can be reheated in the oven at 350°F for 5 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation Ideas:
Char siu bao can be served on a platter with a side of steamed vegetables or a salad.
Garnishes:
Char siu bao can be garnished with sesame seeds, chopped scallions, or cilantro.
Pairings:
Char siu bao can be paired with a variety of dishes such as fried rice, stir-fry, or noodle dishes.
Suggested Side Dishes:
Char siu bao can be served with a side of steamed vegetables, a salad, or a soup.
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the char siu bao is not golden brown after baking, brush with additional honey glaze before baking for an additional 5 minutes.
- If the char siu bao is too dry, brush with additional hoisin sauce mixture before baking for an additional 5 minutes.
Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands before and after handling the char siu bao.
- Make sure to store the char siu bao in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Food History:
Char siu bao is a traditional Chinese steamed bun filled with barbecued pork. It is believed to have originated in the Guangdong province of China and is now popular throughout the world.
Flavor Profiles:
Char siu bao has a sweet and savory flavor with hints of garlic, ginger, and five-spice powder.
Serving Suggestions:
Char siu bao can be served as an appetizer or as a main dish.
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Region: Chinese