Yields:
8 Servings
Difficulty: Medium
Prep Time: 30 Mins
Cook Time:
20 Mins
Total Time:
50 Mins
As a classic staple food, the steamed twisted rolls emit a rich aroma of scallions and possess a unique texture. Its outer layer is soft yet chewy, while the inside is layered and flavorful, offering a diverse range of sensations. The perfect blend of the scallion’s fragrance and the dough’s sweetness arouses one’s appetite.
Ingredients
Adjust Servings
Instructions
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and instant yeast. Gradually add the warm water while stirring the mixture until a dough forms.
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Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
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Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover it with a plastic wrap. Let it rest in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
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Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air and knead for 5 minutes. Sprinkle a small amount of flour on the board. Using a rolling pin to roll the dough into an approximate 12x14-inch rectangle.
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Brush the dough all over with a thin layer of oil. Sprinkle the salt evenly, and then add all of the chopped scallions.
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Fold the top edge towards the center, then fold the bottom edge up to meet the upper edge, creating a long rectangle. Press firmly to eliminate any air bubbles. Use a knife to cut the dough into 12 even strips, about 1-inch (2.5 cm) wide.
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Take two strips at a time and stack them together. Use a chopstick to press down along the center, creating an indentation. Hold the two ends and gently stretch it slightly. Hang the end of the dough strip over a chopstick (the side without the indentation) and pinch the two ends together. With your other hand, rotate the chopstick to twist the dough into a spiral shape. Repeat the process with the remaining dough portions.
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Place the twisted rolls onto a bamboo steamer basket, leaving some space between each roll. Cover the bamboo steamer basket and let the rolls rise for another 30 minutes.
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Add water to a steamer and set it to high heat to bring the water to a boil. Then, reduce the heat to medium-high and steam the rolls for about 15 minutes or until they are fully cooked. Turn off the heat and let the buns remain in the steamer for an additional 5 minutes before uncovering them. This will help prevent the buns from shrinking due to a sudden drop in temperature. Carefully remove the steamed twisted rolls from the steamer and serve hot.
