Zhir Ma Bao Black Sesame Filling for Buns
Indulge in the velvety richness of Zhir Ma Bao Black Sesame Filling, a delectable addition to your homemade buns that masterfully balances nutty, sweet, and creamy flavors. Toasted black sesame seeds are ground into an aromatic powder and cooked to perfection with butter, sugar, and a touch of water, creating a glossy, thick paste. The final touch of sweetened condensed milk adds a luscious creaminess, making this filling irresistibly smooth. Perfect for classic steamed buns or as a versatile dessert component, this recipe is quick to prepare, taking just 20 minutes from start to finish. With its bold, earthy flavor and luxurious texture, this black sesame filling will transform your buns into a bakery-style delicacy. Plus, it stores beautifully for up to a week, so you can enjoy its magic on demand.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams Black sesame seeds
- 80 grams Granulated sugar
- 50 grams Unsalted butter
- 50 grams Sweetened condensed milk
- 30 milliliters Water
Instructions
Toast the black sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly. The seeds are done when they become fragrant but not burned.
Let the toasted sesame seeds cool slightly, then transfer them to a spice grinder, blender, or food processor. Grind the seeds into a fine powder. If needed, work in batches to ensure even grinding.
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.
Once the butter is melted, add the ground black sesame seeds, granulated sugar, and water. Stir the mixture continuously on low heat until it forms a thick and shiny paste, about 2–3 minutes.
Remove from heat and mix in the sweetened condensed milk. Stir until the filling is smooth and well combined.
Transfer the black sesame filling to a heatproof bowl and let it cool to room temperature. The filling will thicken as it cools.
Once cooled, divide the filling into 8 equal portions if using immediately for buns. Alternatively, store the filling in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Allow it to come to room temperature before using in recipes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1401 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.2 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.9 g | 174% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 128 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 82 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.2 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 107.2 g | ||
| Protein | 22.2 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1154 mg | 89% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 196 mg | 4% | |
*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.
