Sugar-Free Steamed Bao Buns with Savory Pork Filling
Delight in the heavenly fluff of these Sugar-Free Steamed Bao Buns with Savory Pork Filling, a health-conscious twist on the classic dim sum favorite. Made with a perfectly tender dough, free of added sugars, these bao buns encase a mouthwatering pork filling infused with sugar-free soy sauce, fragrant ginger, garlic, and green onions for an explosion of umami flavors. The fluffy buns are steamed to perfection, creating a soft, pillowy texture that complements the rich, savory filling. With step-by-step instructions, this recipe is perfect for home cooks looking to master the art of dough proofing and steaming while enjoying a wholesome, guilt-free treat. Pair these homemade bao buns with a fresh salad or serve as a crowd-pleasing appetizer for any occasion. Perfect for sugar-free diets, this recipe brings authentic Asian flavors to your table in just over an hour.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 g All-purpose flour
- 7 g Instant yeast
- 1 tsp Baking powder
- 150 ml Warm water
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 300 g Ground pork
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce (sugar-free)
- 1 tbsp Oyster sauce (sugar-free)
- 1 tsp Sesame oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Fresh ginger, grated
- 2 stalks Green onions, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch
- 2 tbsp Water (for filling mixture)
- 12 pieces Parchment paper, cut into small squares
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, and baking powder. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
Gradually add the warm water while stirring the mixture to form a dough. Add the vegetable oil and knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
While the dough is resting, prepare the filling. In a bowl, combine the ground pork, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, green onions, cornstarch, and 2 tablespoons of water. Mix until well combined and sticky.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and knead for about 2 minutes. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.
Flatten each dough ball into a small circle, about 4 inches in diameter, keeping the edges thinner than the center.
Place about 1 tablespoon of the pork filling in the center of the dough circle. Pinch the edges of the dough together to seal it, forming a bao shape. Place each bun seam-side down on a square of parchment paper.
Allow the filled buns to rest for 15 minutes, covered with a kitchen towel, while you prepare your steamer.
Arrange the buns in your steamer, ensuring they’re not touching to allow room for expansion. Steam the bao buns over medium heat for 12-15 minutes.
Carefully remove the steamed buns from the steamer and let them cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy your sugar-free steamed bao buns with savory pork filling!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2436 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.9 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.3 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 270 mg | 90% | |
| Sodium | 3148 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 249.5 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 116.6 g | 233% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 18.1 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 722 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
