Vegan Steamed Pork Baos
Delight in the savory magic of Vegan Steamed Pork Baos, where soft, pillowy buns meet a mouthwatering plant-based filling. This recipe masterfully recreates the flavors of classic steamed pork buns using seitan, shiitake mushrooms, and a blend of aromatics like garlic, ginger, and scallions. The rich umami filling is perfectly complemented by a silky cornstarch slurry, ensuring each bite is as satisfying as the original. With a tender homemade dough and a simple steaming process, these vegan baos are perfect for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a creative dinner centerpiece. Experience the joy of crafting these fluffy, meat-free buns that deliver on flavor and authenticity!
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 300 grams All-purpose flour
- 7 grams Instant yeast
- 25 grams Sugar
- 150 milliliters Warm water
- 15 milliliters Vegetable oil
- 120 grams Vital wheat gluten
- 10 grams Nutritional yeast
- 5 grams Smoked paprika
- 30 milliliters Soy sauce
- 120 milliliters Water (for seitan)
- 10 milliliters Sesame oil
- 5 grams Minced garlic
- 10 grams Grated ginger
- 100 grams Shiitake mushrooms, finely chopped
- 30 grams Scallions, finely chopped
- 10 grams Cornstarch
- 15 milliliters Water (for slurry)
Directions
Step 1
In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and warm water. Mix until a dough forms.
Step 2
Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. Cover and let it rest in a warm spot for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Step 3
While the dough rests, prepare the vegan 'pork' filling. In a separate bowl, mix vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, soy sauce, and 120 ml of water. Knead for 5 minutes to form a seitan dough.
Step 4
Steam the seitan dough for 25 minutes, then allow it to cool before shredding or finely chopping it.
Step 5
Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped shiitake mushrooms. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
Step 6
Add the shredded seitan, scallions, and soy sauce to the skillet. Stir well to combine, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.
Step 7
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and 15 ml of water to create a slurry. Add this to the filling mixture and cook for 1-2 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool.
Step 8
Punch down the rested dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and flatten into a 4-inch circle.
Step 9
Place a spoonful of the filling into the center of each circle. Pinch and pleat the edges to seal, forming a bun.
Step 10
Place the filled buns on parchment paper squares and let them rest for 15 minutes.
Step 11
Set up a steamer and bring water to a boil. Place the buns in the steamer, leaving enough space for expansion, and steam for 12-15 minutes.
Step 12
Carefully remove the buns from the steamer and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Vegan Steamed Pork Baos!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (967.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2026.7 |
| Total Fat 29.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 12.5g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1338.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 302.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.7g | |
| Protein 136.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 154IU | 0% |
| Calcium 259.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 23.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1383.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories