Char siu bao (steamed barbecue pork buns)

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10:00

Step 1 of 6

Mix the yeast with warm milk and a little sugar, let it sit for 10 minutes until frothy, then knead it together with the flour, baking powder, sugar, and oil until a smooth dough is formed.

  • Flour · 9.9 oz
  • Baking powder · 0.2 oz
  • Sugar · 2 oz
  • Oil · 2 ⅛ tbsp