My Favorite Hawaiian Manuapua Recipe

Name: My Favorite Hawaiian Manuapua
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup water; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 tablespoons sugar; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 lb Chinese barbecue pork, diced (char siu); 1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast; 1 ¾ cups lukewarm water, 110 to 115 degrees in temperature; ½ cup sugar; 1 tablespoon salad oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 5 ½ cups flour; 36 inches squares oiled brown paper (from sacks)

Servings: persons

1 cup water
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons sugar
½ teaspoon salt
1 lb Chinese barbecue pork, diced (char siu)
1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast
1 ¾ cups lukewarm water, 110 to 115 degrees in temperature
½ cup sugar
1 tablespoon salad oil
1 teaspoon salt
5 ½ cups flour
36 inches squares oiled brown paper (from sacks)

1
The first set of ingredients listed are for the filling the second set is for the dough.
2
Soften yeast in lukewarm water.
3
Add next 3 ingredients, stirring until dissolved.
4
Add flour, a cup at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5
Work dough with hands, if necessary.
6
Knead 5 minutes on floured board.
7
Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl; turn dough over, greased side up.
8
Cover and let rise in a warm place free from drafts, about 1 1/2 hours or until doubled in bulk.
9
Punch down.
10
Cut dough into 12 pieces.
11
Shape into balls and flatten to 3-inch circles.
12
Place 1/4 cup filling in center and bring edges of dough together, pinching to seal.
13
Place sealed-side-down on oiled paper.
14
Cover and allow to rise 45 minutes or until doubled.
15
Place on rack in steamer.
16
Drape a clean dry dishcloth over steamer and secure with cover bringing ends of cloth on top of lid.
17
Steam over medium heat for 25 minutes.

9019

kcal

Calories

921

Fat

165

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup water, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 2 tablespoons sugar, ½ teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, My Favorite Hawaiian Manuapua falls under the Salads 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.

My Favorite Hawaiian Manuapua

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