Vegetarian Baozi

Vegetarian Baozi are fluffy, steamed buns filled with a savory mix of vegetables and tofu, offering a delightful burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for a light meal or snack, these buns are both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 250 grams
• Instant yeast - 5 grams
• Sugar - 10 grams
• Warm water - 150 ml
• Vegetable oil - 15 ml
• Firm tofu - 100 grams, crumbled
• Carrot - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Mushrooms - 100 grams, finely chopped
• Green onion - 2 stalks, finely chopped
• Soy sauce - 15 ml
• Sesame oil - 5 ml
• Salt - 2 grams
• Black pepper - 1 gram

Steps

1. In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
2. Gradually add warm water and vegetable oil, mixing until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth, then cover and let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes.
4. In a skillet, sauté the chopped carrots and mushrooms in a little oil for 5 minutes until softened.
5. Add the crumbled tofu, green onion, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper to the skillet, mixing well and cooking for another 5 minutes.
6. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 6 equal pieces.
7. Roll each piece into a circle about 10 cm in diameter, then place a spoonful of the vegetable-tofu mixture in the center.
8. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pinching to seal tightly, then shape into a bun.
9. Place the buns on a parchment-lined baking tray and let them rise for another 15 minutes.
10. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
11. Bake the buns for 15-20 minutes until golden brown on top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

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

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