Healthy Bean Buns / Dumplings

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   Dissolve yeast in the water in a large bowl.

2. 2

   Add flour gradually and continue mixing until a dough starts to form.

3. 3

   Add some more flour if the dough still looks sticky, but don't knead.

4. 4

   Leave it in the bowl to rise for approximately 20 min or when the dough has reached the top of the bowl.

5. 5

   Knead the dough on a well floured surface until it becomes quite elastic - it's very sticky, but once you've worked with it it'll get easier.

6. 6

   Divide dough into 18 pieces and roll them out approximately 2 cms thick.

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   Mash the cooked beans/put them in the mixer - don't make them too mushy, there should still be some chunks left.

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   TIPS: I put a small amount of all kinds of beans eg.

9. 9

   kidney, borlotti, mung beans, black eyed peas etc.

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    Put some of the paste in the middle of the dough and wrap the sides around it then form into a normal bun, or a Chinese 'dumpling' (baozi).

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    Steam on high heat until you see steam coming out, then turn it down to medium heat and steam for another 10 minutes.

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    Serve with your fav seasoning/jam etc.

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    if you think the taste is too bland, & Enjoy!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.