The recipe and recipe of northern steamed buns
Mantou is one of the staple foods in the north and is loved for its simplicity, deliciousness, and nutritional richness. Below, we will detail the method and recipe of northern steamed buns.
1. Required Materials**
500 grams of all-purpose flour.
Appropriate amount of warm water (about 40 degrees Celsius).
5 g of yeast powder.
10 grams of caster sugar.
Eat 1 gram of alkaline noodles.
Second, the practice**
1.*Prepare the dough**: Combine the flour, sugar, and yeast powder in a large bowl, add warm water, stir with your hands to form a flocculent, and knead into a smooth dough. Place the dough in a warm place, cover with a damp cloth and let rise for about 1-2 hours until the dough has expanded to twice its original volume.
2.*Add edible alkaline noodles**: Sprinkle edible alkaline noodles on the surface of the dough and knead them evenly into the dough by hand to eliminate the sour taste caused by fermentation.
3.*Forming steamed buns**: Divide the dough into small pieces, about 50 grams each. Round it with the base of your palm to form a steamed bun shape. Place the steamed buns in a steamer basket or steamer, cover with a lid, and ferment again for about 30 minutes.
4.*Steamed steamed bread**: Put the steamer on the fire, wait for the water to boil, and continue to steam for 20-25 minutes until the surface of the steamed bread is smooth and full. Turn off the heat and wait 5 minutes before removing the steamed buns.
3. Tips and Suggestions**
The quality of the flour will affect the taste of the steamed bread, so it is recommended to use all-purpose flour.
The fermentation time should not be too long, so as not to taste too sour.
The use of edible alkaline noodles can neutralize the sour taste produced by fermentation and at the same time make the steamed bread more fluffy.
Be sure to keep the water boiling when steaming to ensure that the steamed buns are cooked.
Steamed buns can be eaten with a variety of dishes, and can also be added to soup to increase nutrition and taste.
4. Cooking Tips**
Characteristics of Northern Steamed Bread**: Northern Steamed Breads are usually larger, with a solid taste and a certain chewiness. Compared with southern steamed bread, northern steamed bread pays more attention to the fermentation of dough and the use of alkaline noodles to obtain a better taste and texture.
Served with food**: Northern steamed buns are often eaten as a staple food with other dishes. In some areas of the north, people like to sandwich steamed buns in various stews or stir-fries to make "sandwich buns", which can make the meal more flavorful, and also enrich the taste of steamed bread. In addition, northerners also like to dip steamed buns in soup or stew juice to eat, which can make steamed buns more delicious.
Storage method**: Steamed bread can be stored at room temperature for 1-2 days, if you need to store it for a long time, you can put it in the refrigerator freezer. During the preservation process, the steamed bread should be kept dry to avoid mold or spoilage. After thawing, it can be eaten directly or heat-treated.
With the above steps and recipes, you can easily make delicious northern steamed buns at home. Whether eaten as a main dish or with other dishes, northern steamed buns can add an authentic northern flavor to your table. I hope that in the process of enjoying making and tasting steamed bread, you can also feel the deep emotion and cultural heritage of the northern people for steamed bread.