Vegan Pan-Fried Buns (Sheng Jian Bao, 生煎包) Recipe
These Vegan Pan-Fried Buns, also known as Sheng Jian Bao, are a delightful and flavorful dish filled with a savory vegetable medley. The crispy bottom and soft, fluffy dough make these buns a perfect treat for any time of day.
- Author: admin1
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours
- Yield: 12-16 buns 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Vegan
Dough:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (375g)
- 2 tsp instant dry yeast
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp roasted sesame seeds
- 1 cup warm soy milk (or other non-dairy milk)
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil (or neutral oil)
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
- Preparing the Dough: In a large bowl, mix together all dry ingredients. Create a well in the center and then pour in the warm milk and oil while mixing. Shape the dough into a ball, cover, and let it rise for 2 hours.
- Cooking the Filling: Cook noodles, then sauté chives, carrots, cabbage, and noodles with seasonings. Drain excess liquid and set aside to cool.
- Preparing the Wrappers: Divide dough, roll into balls, and flatten into wrappers. Stack with flour in between to prevent sticking.
- Making the Buns: Fill wrappers, seal buns, and cook in a pan with oil until golden brown on both sides.
- Enjoy: Serve hot with a dipping sauce or store for later consumption.
Notes
- Practice may be needed to perfect the shaping of the wrappers.
- Ensure to seal the buns tightly to prevent filling from leaking during cooking.
- Adjust seasoning to suit personal taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Vegan, Buns, Sheng Jian Bao, Chinese, Appetizer