Toasted Siopao

Delight your taste buds with Toasted Siopao, a flavorful twist on the classic Filipino steamed bun. These golden-brown baked buns boast a pillowy homemade dough stuffed with a savory filling of tender pork shoulder simmered in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and aromatic garlic and onions. The addition of quartered boiled eggs and fresh spring onions adds a hearty, satisfying touch. Perfectly toasted in the oven for a lightly crisp exterior and a soft, fluffy interior, these buns are a portable and irresistible snack or meal. With just an hour of rise time and a quick bake, Toasted Siopao is a must-try recipe for fans of Asian street food or anyone looking to elevate their bun game. Keywords: Toasted Siopao recipe, baked siopao, Filipino pork buns, savory stuffed buns.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.33 cup sugar
• 2.25 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup warm water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 pound pork shoulder, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 0.25 cup water
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 boiled eggs, quartered
• 2 tablespoons spring onions, sliced

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, active dry yeast, and salt.

Step 2

Add warm water and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

For the filling, heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the garlic and onion until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the chopped pork to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the pork is lightly browned.

Step 7

Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 0.25 cup of water. Add this into the pork mixture and simmer until the sauce thickens.

Step 9

Remove from heat and let it cool. Stir in the quartered boiled eggs and slice spring onions.

Step 10

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces.

Step 11

Flatten each dough piece into a circle about 5 inches in diameter.

Step 12

Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the pork filling into the center of each dough piece.

Step 13

Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pinching to seal, and shape into a bun.

Step 14

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 15

Place the buns seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 16

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the buns are golden brown and toasted.

Step 17

Allow the toasted siopao to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1523.3 grams (1523.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3263

Total Fat 130.80g	168%
Saturated Fat 39.30g	197%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.90g
Cholesterol 690mg	230%
Sodium 3622mg	157%
Total Carbohydrate 383.70g	140%
Dietary Fiber 13.80g	49%
Total Sugars 85.20g
Protein 137.80g	276%

Vitamin D 88IU	440%
Calcium 218mg	17%
Iron 25mg	138%
Potassium 2226mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.1%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 47.0%