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Gluten Free Bao

Delicious Gluten Free Bao: Soft Steamed Meat Buns at Home

Enjoy these gluten free bao filled with savory meats or veggies, perfect for any craving.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 buns
Course: Gluten-Free
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 2 cups gluten-free flour blend ensure blend without xanthan gum
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast active dry yeast can be used with proofing
  • 1 teaspoon salt sea or kosher salt recommended
  • 3/4 cup warm water ensure not too hot to avoid killing yeast
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground pork or chicken can substitute with ground turkey or plant-based protein
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free option
  • 2 each green onions chives can be used as substitute
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger ground ginger can be used if fresh is unavailable
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil substitute with olive oil if desired

Equipment

  • Steamer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • wooden spoon
  • Rolling Pin
  • fork
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free flour blend, instant yeast, and salt. Gradually pour in warm water, mixing with a wooden spoon until a sticky dough starts to form.
  2. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  3. Place the kneaded dough into a greased bowl, covering it tightly with a damp cloth or plastic wrap. Allow it to rise for about 1 hour.
  4. While the dough is rising, mix your filling by combining ground pork or chicken, low-sodium soy sauce, chopped green onions, freshly grated ginger, and sesame oil in a separate bowl.
  5. Once the dough has risen, gently deflate it and divide it into golf ball-sized pieces. Roll each piece into a circle about 4 inches in diameter.
  6. Place a generous spoonful of the savory filling in the center of each dough circle. Pinch the edges tightly to seal.
  7. Cut parchment paper into squares and place each filled bun on a square. Arrange the buns in the steamer basket.
  8. Bring water to a gentle boil in a steaming pot and place the steamer basket above it. Cover with a lid and steam the buns for 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bunCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 7gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover buns in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze unsteamed buns for up to 3 months.

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