Mushroom Bao
Mushroom Bao: A Meat-Free Delight
Who says bao buns are just for meat lovers? These fluffy steamed buns filled with savory mushroom goodness are a total game-changer. Let’s dive in and create some delicious mushroom bao!
For the mushroom filling:
Making the Mushroom Filling
1. Prep your mushrooms: Clean and slice your mixed mushrooms into bite-sized pieces.
2. Sauté the goodness: Heat some oil in a skillet. Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant.
3. Add the mushrooms: Toss in the sliced mushrooms and cook until tender and slightly browned.
4. Flavor it up: Stir in soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and a splash of sesame oil. Let the flavors meld together.
5. Finish it off: Sprinkle with green onions for a fresh taste.
Making the Bao Buns
1. Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and dry yeast.
2. Add wet ingredients: Gradually pour in milk and vegetable oil, mixing until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Let it rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
5. Shape the buns: Divide the dough into equal-sized portions and shape them into smooth balls.
6. Steam them up: Place the buns in a steamer basket lined with parchment paper and steam for 8-10 minutes or until cooked through.
Assembling the Bao
1. Warm up the buns: Gently warm the steamed bao buns to keep them soft.
2. Fill ‘er up: Place a generous spoonful of mushroom filling in the center of each bao bun.
3. Enjoy! Serve immediately with additional hoisin sauce if desired.
For extra flavor, add a drizzle of chili oil to the mushroom filling.
And there you have it! Delicious, Homemade mushroom bao that’s perfect for a meat-free meal or a tasty appetizer. Enjoy!