How to Make Folded Bao Buns

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How to Make Folded Bao Buns

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  • Rolling pin
  • Ruler
  • 2-1/2-inch biscuit cutter
  • Muffin cup paper liners
  • Rimmed baking tray
  • Towel
  • Steamer basket

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    Learn how to make folded bao buns! Hint: it's all in the dough (specifically our Steamed Bao Bun recipe) Then, just follow these instructions for how to fold, steam, and fill. May we recommend Korean BBQ PancettaSweet Red Bean, and/or Sweet-and-Spicy bao fillings? 

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    1. Make Steamed Bao Bun dough according to recipe directions.

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    2. Roll dough into 1/2-inch thick. Us a 2-1/2-inch round biscuit cutter to cut the dough into circles.

    3. Roll each cutout once to flatten into ovals. Fold to form into a taco-like shape. Place on flattened muffin cup paper liners.

    4. Place buns on paper liners on a tray. Cover with a towel and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.

    5. Steam buns on paper liners in a steamer basket for 10 to 12 minutes, or until buns have risen and are light and fluffy when opened. Spoon hot filling inside to serve.