Ingredients
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1 1/3 cups flour
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3 1/2 tablespoons sugar
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1 pinch salt
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3/4 teaspoon instant yeast
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3/4 tablespoon baking powder
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1 1/3 fluid ounces milk
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3 1/3 fluid ounces water
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1 tablespoon vegetable shortening
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1/3 lb ground lean pork
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5 leaves Chinese cabbage, cut into jullienne, steamed (microwaved)
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2 inches section fresh ginger, minced
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1/2 cup shiitake mushroom, sliced
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1 dash sesame oil
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1 dash soy sauce
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1 dash oyster sauce
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1 tablespoon sugar
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1 tablespoon Japanese sake
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1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
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2 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- for the bun, mix all the powdered
- ingredients in a bowl and make a well in the centre
- pour the wet ingredients into the well and mix in thoroughly
- when they’re combined, add the shortening and knead until smooth
- rest at room temperature for 30 mins
- mix the filling and divide into 10 balls
- divide the dough into 10 balls and roll them out round.
- wrap them around the fillings, pinch and twist at the top
- let rest for 15 mins
- steam for 15 mins: add a splash of white vinegar to the water to prevent discoloration
- (makes about 10 nikuman).