Heart-Healthy Chinese Steamed Pork Buns (Baozi)

Indulge in the soft, pillowy goodness of Heart-Healthy Chinese Steamed Pork Buns (Baozi), a wholesome twist on a beloved classic. These baozi are crafted with a blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flours for a fiber-rich, nutritious base, and filled with juicy lean ground pork, shredded cabbage, and crunchy water chestnuts. Flavored with reduced-sodium soy sauce, hoisin, and aromatic ginger and garlic, each bite delivers a perfect balance of savory and umami. Sweetened lightly with honey and steamed to perfection, these buns are low in fat yet packed with flavor. Perfect for dim sum enthusiasts or anyone craving a healthier Asian-inspired treat, this recipe is easy to follow and yields 12 buns, ideal for sharing or meal prep. Serve them warm and enjoy a satisfying, guilt-free bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons instant yeast
• 1 cup warm water
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 pound lean ground pork
• 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon minced ginger
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 3 tablespoons chopped green onions
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 cup shredded cabbage
• 0.25 cup sliced water chestnuts

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, and instant yeast.

Step 2

Add warm water, honey, and olive oil to the flour mixture. Stir until a dough forms.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 5

While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a bowl, combine lean ground pork, reduced-sodium soy sauce, hoisin sauce, minced ginger, minced garlic, chopped green onions, sesame oil, shredded cabbage, and sliced water chestnuts. Mix well.

Step 6

Punch down the dough and turn it out onto a floured surface. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.

Step 7

Flatten each ball into a 4-inch circle. Place 1 tablespoon of pork filling in the center of each circle.

Step 8

Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pleating as you go, to enclose the filling completely. Pinch and twist the top to seal the bun.

Step 9

Place each bun on a square of parchment paper and let them rise for 15 minutes.

Step 10

Prepare a steamer with boiling water. Steam the buns in batches for about 15 minutes, ensuring they are not touching each other or the sides of the steamer.

Step 11

Remove the buns from the steamer and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm. Enjoy your heart-healthy steamed pork buns!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1113.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2473.2

Total Fat 88.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.8g
Cholesterol 181.9mg	0%
Sodium 1564.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 334.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.8g	0%
Total Sugars 45.6g
Protein 100.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 198.8mg	0%
Iron 19.4mg	0%
Potassium 2767.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.5%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 52.7%