
Chinese Steamed Buns with Barbecued Pork Filling
My sister-in law is Chinese and this is one of her most delicious Dim Sum recipes. It's Chinese name is Char Siu Bao, takes a little effort but is extremely worth it. Barbequed pork can be found in Asian markets, or often in the supermarket deli section.
Directions
Recipe Ingredients
- 1 (.25 ounce) envelope active dry yeast
- 1 cup lukewarm water
- 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup white sugar
- 2 tablespoons shortening or vegetable oil
- ½ cup boiling water
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 green onion, thinly sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ pound Asian barbequed pork, cubed
- 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water