Vegan BBQ "Pork" Steamed Buns

Vegan BBQ "Pork" Steamed Buns - A Delicious and Healthy Delight!
If you're looking for a vegan dish that's packed with flavor and nutrition, then you must try the Vegan BBQ "Pork" Steamed Buns. This dish is a perfect blend of savory and sweet flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The best part is that it's easy to make and can be served as a snack or a meal.
Ingredients (Serves 4):

For the "Pork" Filling:

- 1 cup of textured vegetable protein (TVP)
- 1 cup of vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup of soy sauce
- 1/4 cup of hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger

For the Steamed Buns:

- 2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon of active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup of warm water

Cooking Tips:

- To make the "pork" filling, rehydrate the TVP in the vegetable broth for 10 minutes. Drain and squeeze out any excess liquid.
- In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and ground ginger. Set aside.
- In a pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Add the rehydrated TVP to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the TVP and stir until well combined. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens. Set aside.
- To make the steamed buns, mix together the flour, sugar, vegetable oil, and yeast in a bowl.
- Slowly add the warm water and knead the dough until it's smooth and elastic.
- Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.
- Flatten each ball with a rolling pin and place a spoonful of the "pork" filling in the center.
- Pinch the edges of the dough together to seal the filling inside.
- Place the buns on a steamer basket and steam for 10-12 minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Appearance and Taste:
The Vegan BBQ "Pork" Steamed Buns are soft and fluffy on the outside, with a savory and sweet filling that's bursting with flavor. The "pork" filling has a meaty texture and is coated in a sticky and delicious sauce. The buns are a beautiful golden color and are perfect for a quick snack or a meal.
Type of Dish: Vegan Appetizer
Main Ingredients: Textured Vegetable Protein, All-Purpose Flour, Soy Sauce