Steamed Chinese BBQ Pork Buns Recipe

Steamed pork buns are an absolute must-have when you go to a dim sum restaurant. The sweet and rich flavor of the barbecued pork, housed in a light and fluffy bun, is something to behold. If you've never had the pleasure of having dim sum, we encourage you to try it. Think of it as the chinese version of spanish tapas. You can go and order a variety of smaller plates that you can share with your table. A lovely way to broaden ones horizons and try new dishes, without feeling like you have to commit a whole meal to one item, that you are not sure if you will enjoy. This way, you can try a bunch of different items and perhaps find a new dish that you never would have thought you'd really like. Win-winIf you happen to really enjoy the pork buns, also known as char siu bao, then the below recipe is a great way to create these delicious buns at home. The recipe happens to be courtesy of sylvia schulman's cookbook, madame wong's long-life chinese cookbook.