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Vegan Pan-Fried Buns (Sheng Jian Bao, 生煎包)

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4 buns
Calories 350
These delicious vegan pan-fried buns are filled with a savory mixture of cabbage, carrots, and vermicelli noodles, making them a perfect snack or meal.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour ((375 g))
  • 2 tsp instant dry yeast ((opened pack can be stored in the freezer for future use))
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup warm soy milk ((or other non-dairy milk))
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil ((or neutral oil))
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil ((for cooking))

Filling

  • 6 cups raw shredded cabbage ((from 1/2 large head of cabbage))
  • 3.5 oz uncooked bundles of vermicelli noodles ((100g total))
  • 1 cup finely shredded or grated carrot ((150g))
  • 1/2 cup chopped scallions or chives ((25g))
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tsp salt ((or to taste))
  • 1 tbsp roasted sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil

Instructions 

  • Mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Gradually add warm soy milk and oil, knead until smooth.
  • Let the dough rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
  • Prepare filling by mixing cabbage, vermicelli, carrot, scallions, soy sauce, and salt.
  • Divide dough into pieces, fill with mixture, and shape into buns.
  • Heat oil in a pan, place buns, and cook until golden brown, then add water and cover to steam.
  • Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds.

Notes

For extra flavor, add spices to the filling or serve with dipping sauce.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Chinese
Keyword: Cabbage