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
Heat Steamer: Ensure water is steaming in the pot.
Place Buns: Add siopao buns into the steamer.
Adjust Heat: Lower induction hob to 9.
Steam: Cook for 12 minutes.
Make Dipping Sauce
Mix Ingredients: In a small plate, combine Hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and soy sauce.
Stir Well: Blend until smooth.
Serve
Plate Siopao: Arrange steamed buns on a serving dish.
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.
