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Steamed Wheat Buns
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15 MIN
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Medium
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4 servings
About This Recipe
These homemade steamed dough nests are a delightful and versatile treat, perfect for pairing with your favorite dips or stews. Made with just a few simple ingredients, the dough is kneaded to a slightly dry consistency for easy shaping, then rested to achieve the perfect texture. The magic happens when you shape each piece into cute little nests by rolling and thumb-rotating—a fun technique that ensures even cooking. Steamed to fluffy perfection in just 15 minutes, these tender dough nests soak up flavors beautifully while maintaining a satisfying bite. Whether served as a snack, side, or part of a meal, their unique shape and soft texture make them irresistible. Quick to prepare and endlessly adaptable, they’re a must-try for anyone who loves handmade, comforting bites!
Instructions
Detailed preparation guide
servings
4
Total Time
15m
shopping_basket Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- All-purpose flour 500g
- Active dry yeast 5g
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- Water 300ml
- Salt 5g
- Sugar 10g
menu_book Directions
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Step 1
Prepare the ingredients.
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Step 2
Put all the ingredients into a bowl, add water gradually and knead into a dough (knead it a bit drier, which is conducive to shaping later), cover with plastic wrap and let it rest for 20 minutes;
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Step 3
Take a small piece of dough and roll it into a ball, insert your thumb into the ball and slowly rotate it to form a small nest-like shape.
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Step 4
Place the shaped dough into a steamer, steam over high heat for about 15 minutes (adjust the steaming time according to the size of the dough).
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