celery and pork buns

How to Make Pork and Celery Buns: A Step-by-Step Guide

Pork and celery buns, a beloved Chinese dim sum, are loved for their juicy filling and soft dough. Here’s a detailed recipe to recreate them at home.

Ingredients: For the dough, mix 500g all-purpose flour, 5g yeast, 10g sugar, and 250ml warm water. Knead into a smooth dough, let it rise for 1 hour until doubled. For the filling, combine 300g ground pork, 200g finely chopped celery, 2 sliced green onions, 1 minced ginger, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well and marinate for 15 minutes.

Steps:

1. Prepare the dough: Punch down the risen dough, divide into small balls, and roll into 15cm circles.

2. Stuff and fold: Place 1-2 tbsp filling in the center, fold the dough edges, pleat to seal, ensuring no leaks.

3. Proof and steam: Let the buns rest for 20 minutes. Steam over high heat for 15-20 minutes. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Tips: Keep the dough covered to prevent drying. Adjust celery moisture by salting and squeezing it first. Serve hot with soy sauce or vinegar. Enjoy these flavorful, homemade buns that pair perfectly with tea!