Low Fat Bakpao (Steamed Buns with Meat Filling)

Delight in the guilt-free comfort of Low Fat Bakpao, a healthier take on traditional steamed buns stuffed with a flavorful lean chicken filling. These fluffy, pillowy buns are crafted with all-purpose flour and low-fat milk for a light yet satisfying texture, while the savory filling combines lean ground chicken, aromatic garlic, ginger, and sliced green onions, all enhanced with low-sodium soy sauce. Perfectly steamed to achieve a tender bite, these buns are packed with flavor but low in fat, making them an ideal choice for health-conscious foodies. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe is a must-try for those looking to enjoy a wholesome, protein-packed snack or appetizer. Serve them fresh and warm for the ultimate comfort food experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:85 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 20 grams Sugar
• 150 milliliters Low-fat milk
• 5 grams Instant yeast
• 5 grams Baking powder
• 2 grams Salt
• 5 milliliters Vegetable oil
• 200 grams Lean ground chicken
• 15 milliliters Low sodium soy sauce
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 30 grams Onion, finely chopped
• 1 grams Black pepper
• 10 grams Green onions, sliced
• 5 grams Ginger, grated

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, sugar, instant yeast, baking powder, and salt.

Step 2

Heat the low-fat milk until warm (not hot) and gradually add it to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.

Step 3

Add vegetable oil to the dough and knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough back into the bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes or until doubled in size.

Step 5

Meanwhile, prepare the meat filling. In a non-stick pan, cook the lean ground chicken over medium heat until no longer pink.

Step 6

Add minced garlic, chopped onion, black pepper, grated ginger, and low sodium soy sauce to the pan, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the sliced green onions, remove from heat, and let the filling cool slightly.

Step 8

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 10 equal portions.

Step 9

Flatten each portion into a disc and place a tablespoon of the meat filling in the center. Fold the edges over the filling and pinch them together to seal.

Step 10

Place each filled bun onto a small square of parchment paper.

Step 11

Arrange the buns in a steamer, leaving some space between them, and let them rest for 15 minutes.

Step 12

Steam the buns over boiling water for about 15-20 minutes or until the buns are fluffy and cooked through.

Step 13

Serve the low fat Bakpao warm and enjoy your healthier steamed buns!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(705.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1448.7

Total Fat 25.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 184mg	0%
Sodium 2092.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 229.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.6g	0%
Total Sugars 29.1g
Protein 70.3g	0%

Vitamin D 63IU	0%
Calcium 280.8mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 938.0mg	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: 16.3%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 64.1%