fried buns with leeks and eggs

How to Make Chive and Egg Pan-Fried Buns

Chive and egg pan-fried buns, a beloved Chinese breakfast snack, offer a perfect blend of crispy bottoms and juicy fillings. Here’s a simple guide to making them at home.

Ingredients: For the dough, mix 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp yeast, 1 tsp sugar, and ¾ cup warm water. Knead until smooth, then let it rise for 1 hour. For the filling, beat 3 eggs and scramble them with a pinch of salt. Finely chop 200g chives, mix with the eggs, and add 1 tbsp sesame oil for fragrance.

Steps:

1. Prepare the dough: Punch down the risen dough, divide into 8 equal portions, and roll each into a round wrapper.

2. Fill and seal: Place 1 tbsp of filling in the center, fold the edges, and pleat to seal tightly.

3. Pan-fry: Heat 2 tbsp oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Arrange the buns seam-side down and cook for 2 minutes until golden.

4. Steam and finish: Add ½ cup water, cover, and steam for 8 minutes. Uncover, cook for another 2 minutes to crisp the bottoms.

Serve hot with a dipping sauce of soy sauce and vinegar. The crispy crust, tender dough, and savory chive-egg filling make these buns irresistible!