Steamed Buns (Baozi) with BBQ Tofu Filling

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-Purpose Flour
• 2 1/4 teaspoons Instant Dry Yeast
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Water
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
• 1 block Firm Tofu
• 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce
• 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
• 1 teaspoon Rice Vinegar

Instructions

1. 1In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add lukewarm water and vegetable oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
2. 2Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Place in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
3. 3While the dough is rising, prepare the filling: Crumble the pressed tofu into small pieces. In a skillet, combine crumbled tofu, BBQ sauce, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tofu is heated through and coated with the sauce.
4. 4Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 3-4 inch circle. Place a spoonful of BBQ tofu filling in the center of each circle.
5. 5Bring the edges of the dough up and pinch to seal, forming a bun. Place the buns on squares of parchment paper.
6. 6Steam the buns in a steamer basket for 15-20 minutes, or until they are puffed up and cooked through. Serve warm.

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