Steamed Noodle Rolls

Steamed Noodle Rolls

These fragrant scallion and cilantro steamed rolls are a delicious twist on traditional Chinese buns, bursting with fresh herbal flavors and a soft, chewy texture. The recipe combines a simple dough made with hot water for extra tenderness, rolled with a savory mix of scallions, cilantro, and optional five-spice powder for depth. Steaming locks in moisture, creating pillowy layers perfect for dipping in the homemade spicy garlic sauce—a fiery blend of chili oil, crushed garlic, soy sauce, and vinegar. What makes these rolls special is the balance of aromatic greens, fluffy dough, and the bold dipping sauce that ties it all together. Easy to customize, they’re ideal as a snack, appetizer, or side dish. Serve them fresh from the steamer for the best taste and texture!

10 Minutes
Easy
4 servings
Recipe Hot Dishes

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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flour
200g
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scallions
50g
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cilantro
50g

The aromatics

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water
150ml (for dough)
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oil
2 tbsp (for dough and steamer)

The sauce & seasonings

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garlic
2 cloves
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chili powder
2 tbsp
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vinegar
1 tbsp
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soy sauce
1 tbsp
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monosodium glutamate
1 tsp
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salt
to taste
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five-spice powder
1 tsp (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Wash and dry the scallions and cilantro, cut the scallions into small pieces the size of a fingernail, chop the cilantro, and mix them in a bowl. You can add a little five-spice powder if you like, then set aside.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Pour flour into a flour bowl, the amount depends on the number of people, boil water, slowly pour it into the flour bowl with a spoon, and stir with chopsticks while pouring, be careful not to scald your hands. Stir until the mixture reaches the desired consistency, cover with plastic wrap and let it rest for 10 minutes.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Since I have a lot of dough, I will divide it into two portions to process. Sprinkle flour on the operating table, take half of the dough, and roll it into a large sheet using a rolling pin. Brush a thin layer of oil on the dough, then sprinkle salt, and spread it evenly with your hands. Finally, sprinkle the scallion and cilantro mixture from step 1 on top.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Then roll it up from one side, rolling it tightly. Cut it into small segments, brush a thin layer of oil on the steamer rack to prevent sticking, and place the rolled dough on the rack.

5. Step 5

Step 5
Add water to the steamer, put in the rolled dough, cover the lid, and steam over high heat. After the water boils, reduce the heat to medium and steam for 20 minutes.

6. Step 6

Step 6
For the dipping sauce, also known as spicy water, start by flattening the garlic with a knife, put it in a container, sprinkle salt, and crush it into a paste using a garlic press. Add a small amount of cold water, add 2 tablespoons of chili powder on top, do not stir, and let the chili powder float on the surface. Then heat a pot with cold oil, pour it over the chili powder after boiling, and add vinegar, soy sauce, and monosodium glutamate. Stir well, and add more salt if the flavor is not salty enough.

7. Step 7

Step 7
Add a picture of the steamed roll.

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