Description
Tender Beef Bao Buns are soft, fluffy steamed buns filled with thinly sliced marinated beef, fresh herbs, and crunchy vegetables. These buns offer the perfect bite-sized combination of savory, sweet, and aromatic flavors, ideal for a cozy dinner, special occasion, or fun weekend project.
Ingredients
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For the Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp instant yeast
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 2 tbsp neutral oil
For the Filling:
- 1 lb flank steak or sirloin, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
- 1/2 cup carrots, julienned
- 1/4 cup scallions, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Stir in warm water and oil until a dough forms.
- Knead for 10 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
- While the dough rises, marinate beef with soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and sugar. Let sit 20–30 minutes.
- Sear beef in a hot skillet until browned. Add carrots, scallions, and cilantro; toss to combine. Set aside.
- Punch down risen dough and divide into 10–12 pieces. Roll each into a circle.
- Add 1 tbsp of filling to each circle. Pinch edges to seal and place seam-side down.
- Let shaped buns rest 15–20 minutes on parchment squares.
- Steam buns for 10–12 minutes until puffy and cooked through.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 90 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes