Vegan Baozi

Vegan Baozi are soft, fluffy steamed buns filled with a savory mixture of mushrooms, tofu, and fresh vegetables. This delightful dish is perfect for a delicious and satisfying lunch that is both healthy and filling.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 250 grams
• Active dry yeast - 5 grams
• Sugar - 10 grams
• Warm water - 150 milliliters
• Olive oil - 15 milliliters
• Salt - 5 grams
• Firm tofu - 100 grams, crumbled
• Shiitake mushrooms - 100 grams, diced
• Carrot - 50 grams, finely chopped
• Green onions - 2, finely chopped
• Soy sauce - 15 milliliters
• Sesame oil - 5 milliliters
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated

Steps

1. In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place it in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for 30 minutes in a warm place.
4. While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a skillet, heat a little oil over medium heat, add garlic, ginger, and sauté for 1 minute.
5. Add diced shiitake mushrooms, crumbled tofu, carrot, and green onions to the skillet. Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil, cooking for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender. Remove from heat and let cool.
6. After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a circle about 10 cm in diameter.
7. Place a spoonful of the filling in the center of each circle. Gather the edges of the dough and pinch to seal the bun tightly.
8. Place the filled buns on a parchment-lined steamer basket, ensuring they have space to expand. Cover and let them rise for another 15 minutes.
9. Bring water to a boil in a pot and place the steamer basket over it. Steam the buns for 15 minutes, then remove from heat.
10. Serve the Vegan Baozi warm with soy sauce or a dipping sauce of your choice.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in plant-based protein from tofu and mushrooms.
• Contains a variety of vegetables providing essential vitamins and minerals.

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