Easy, Homemade Classic 'Nikuman' (Steamed Pork Buns

Name: Easy, Homemade Classic 'Nikuman' (Steamed Pork Buns)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 260 grams Plain flour; 3 tbsp Sugar; 1 pinch Salt; 2 tsp Baking powder; 6 tbsp Milk; 4 tbsp Water; 2 tsp Oil; 250 grams Ground pork; 1/2 Japanese leek; 2 Shiitake mushrooms; 40 grams Cooked bamboo shoots (canned); 1/5 Carrot; 1 tbsp Oyster sauce; 2 tsp Katakuriko; 1 tsp Ginger; 1 tsp Soy sauce; 1 dash Salt and pepper; 2 tbsp Sake; 1 tbsp Sesame oil

Servings: persons

260 grams Plain flour
3 tbsp Sugar
1 pinch Salt
2 tsp Baking powder
6 tbsp Milk
4 tbsp Water
2 tsp Oil
250 grams Ground pork
1/2 Japanese leek
2 Shiitake mushrooms
40 grams Cooked bamboo shoots (canned)
1/5 Carrot
1 tbsp Oyster sauce
2 tsp Katakuriko
1 tsp Ginger
1 tsp Soy sauce
1 dash Salt and pepper
2 tbsp Sake
1 tbsp Sesame oil

1
Combine the flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder.
2
Add the water, milk, and oil, and mix together to make a dough.
3
Wrap in plastic wrap and let rest for 30 minutes.
4
Mince the Japanese leek and shiitake mushrooms, finely dice the bamboo shoot, and combine all of the filling ingredients and mix until it has a paste-like consistency.
5
Divide the dough into eight equal portions, then roll them into balls.
6
Roll each ball flat with a rolling pin into a 10-13 cm diameter circle.
7
Place a portion of the filling on top, then pull the dough over the filling from the edges to meet at the top.
8
Line a frying pan with parchment paper, pour in some water, place the buns on top of the paper, then steam over low-medium heat for about 10 minutes.
9
They're ready!

538

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 260 grams Plain flour, 3 tbsp Sugar, 1 pinch Salt, 2 tsp Baking powder, and more.

Yes, Easy, Homemade Classic 'Nikuman' (Steamed Pork Buns) falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Easy, Homemade Classic 'Nikuman' (Steamed Pork Buns)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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