Vegetarian Savory Meat Buns
Delight in the perfect blend of comfort and flavor with these Vegetarian Savory Meat Buns, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite! Featuring a soft, golden homemade dough stuffed with a hearty filling of lentils, mixed vegetables, and aromatic spices like cumin and smoked paprika, these vegan-friendly buns are bursting with umami goodness. Flavored with soy sauce and sesame oil, and brought to life with fresh cilantro, each bite is a fusion of savory and satisfying textures. Ideal for meal prepping, snacking, or serving as a unique appetizer, these baked buns are just as impressive as they are easy to make. With simple ingredients and straightforward techniques, they’re a delicious way to enjoy comfort food without compromising on flavor or nutrition.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet instant yeast
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 cups warm water
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large, chopped onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 cups mixed vegetables
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 cup, chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well to incorporate dry ingredients.
Add warm water and 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix and knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rest in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté for 3-4 minutes or until onion is translucent.
Stir in mixed vegetables and cook for 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
Add cooked lentils, soy sauce, cumin, smoked paprika, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the pan from heat and stir in chopped cilantro and sesame oil. Allow filling to cool slightly.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball.
Flatten each dough ball into a circle about 4 inches in diameter. Place a generous tablespoon of filling in the center of each circle.
Bring the edges of the dough over the filling, pinching them together at the top to seal and form a bun.
Place the buns, seam side down, on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Brush the tops of the buns with a little water or additional olive oil for a shiny finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the buns are golden brown.
Allow buns to cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your homemade vegetarian savory meat buns!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2922 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.9 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3617 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 502.6 g | 183% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.0 g | 171% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.0 g | ||
| Protein | 83.9 g | 168% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 291 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 35.4 mg | 197% | |
| Potassium | 2575 mg | 55% | |
*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.
