Description
A representative staple bread of Northern China. An evolution of the plain 'Mantou' bun. Rolled-out dough is brushed with sesame oil, salt, and minced scallions, rolled up, twisted into a 'flower' shape, and steamed. Fluffy texture with layers of scallion oil aroma.
Restaurants serving Hua Juan (Scallion Steamed Buns)
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Recipe
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Dry yeast
- Green scallion
- Sesame oil
- Salt
- Sugar
Instructions
- [Authentic Recipe]
- Knead flour, water, yeast, and sugar; let rise until doubled.
- Punch down and roll into a large thin rectangle.
- Brush the entire surface evenly with sesame oil.
- Scatter salt and massive minced scallions over the dough.
- Roll tightly into a long log.
- Cut into 3cm wide segments.
- Stack two pieces and press down the center with a chopstick.
- Hold the ends, stretch slightly, twist, and pinch underneath to form a beautiful 'flower' shape.
- Steam on high for
- mins until fluffy.
Learn more Spice, substitutes, tips
Key spices
Rich roasted aroma of sesame oil and faint sweetness of the dough、生地のほのかな甘み
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Easily made with JP flour
Pairing
Richly seasoned stir-fries / Soup
Trivia
Derived from Mantou, allegedly invented by Zhuge Liang. People bored of plain buns kneaded in salt and scallions, showcasing Northern domestic wisdom to make staples delicious.
Eating tips & etiquette
Peel the flower-like layers apart by hand. Not eaten alone, it acts as a rice substitute to soak up and wipe the rich sauces of meat dishes.
Allergen
Wheat, Sesame