Basic Chinese Yeast Dough
A fundamental recipe for versatile Chinese bun dough, ideal for making various stuffed or flower buns.
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Instructions
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Combine yeast, warm water, and sugar; stir to dissolve, then let stand for 15 minutes.
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Sift flour into a bowl, add yeast mixture, and stir until a cohesive, non-sticky dough forms, adjusting water as necessary.
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Knead dough on a floured surface for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic, adding flour or water as needed.
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Cover the dough and let it rise for 1.5 hours.
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Punch down the dough, then allow it to rise again for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
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Utilize the dough as directed by your specific recipe.
Nutritional Info (per serving)
Calories:
167 kcal
Carbohydrate:
35 g
Cholesterol:
0 mg
Fiber:
1 g
Protein:
5 g
Saturated Fat:
0 g
Sodium:
3 mg
Sugar:
1 g
Fat:
0 g
Unsaturated Fat:
0 g