Steamed Siopao with Asian Dipping Sauce (in 20 minutes) 🥟

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Soft, fluffy siopao buns, perfectly steamed and served with a savory Hoisin dipping sauce.

Steamed siopao (chicken buns) with homemade Hoisin-based sauce


🛒 Ingredients & Material

Required

  • 4 pieces of Siopao (e.g., chicken buns)

  • 1 tbsp Hoisin sauce

  • 1/4 tsp sesame oil

  • 1/4 tsp soy sauce

  • Medium-sized pot

  • Amazon steamer insert

✨ Our Twist

  • Infused Flavor: Try brushing the siopao with a light glaze of Hoisin sauce before steaming.

  • Extra Depth: Add a pinch of Chinese five-spice powder to the dipping sauce.

🛠 Prep

  • Set up the steamer: Place Amazon steamer tray in a medium-sized pot.

  • Add water: Pour just enough water below the base of the steamer insert.

  • Preheat hob: Set induction hob to max (10) until steaming starts.

  • Prepare dipping sauce: Mix Hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and soy sauce in a small dipping plate.

📋 Steps

Steam Siopao

  1. Heat Steamer: Ensure water is steaming in the pot.

  2. Place Buns: Add siopao buns into the steamer.

  3. Adjust Heat: Lower induction hob to 9.

  4. Steam: Cook for 12 minutes.

Make Dipping Sauce

  1. Mix Ingredients: In a small plate, combine Hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and soy sauce.

  2. Stir Well: Blend until smooth.

Serve

  1. Plate Siopao: Arrange steamed buns on a serving dish.

  2. Enjoy: Dip in sauce and enjoy warm!

🍽️ Serving Recommendations

  • Pair with a side of warm tea to enhance the flavors.

  • Garnish with sesame seeds or chopped scallions for presentation.

📝 Notes for Next Time

  • Want extra softness? Cover the steamer lid with a clean cloth to prevent condensation from dripping onto buns.

  • Prefer more heat? Add a dash of chili oil to the dipping sauce.

  • Alternative method: Try baking the siopao at 180°C for 15 minutes for a toasted crust.

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