Jiaozi Bao

Jiaozi Bao are delightful dairy-free Chinese burgers filled with a savory mixture of seasoned vegetables and protein. Perfectly steamed and served in a soft bun, these burgers offer a unique twist on traditional dumplings.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 200 grams
• Warm water - 100 milliliters
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Firm tofu - 150 grams, crumbled
• Carrot - 1 medium, finely grated
• Green onion - 2 stalks, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Cabbage - 100 grams, finely chopped
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add warm water while mixing until a dough forms.
2. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-10 minutes until smooth. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
3. In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Add crumbled tofu, grated carrot, chopped green onions, and cabbage to the pan. Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, and black pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender. Remove from heat and let cool.
5. Divide the rested dough into 6 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a small circle about 10 cm in diameter.
6. Place a spoonful of the filling mixture in the center of each dough circle. Fold the edges over the filling and pinch to seal, creating a bun shape.
7. Arrange the buns in a steamer basket lined with parchment paper. Steam over boiling water for about 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
8. Serve warm, optionally with additional soy sauce or chili sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 680 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in plant-based protein from tofu.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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