Hunan Bao Stuffed with Spinach and Crisp Vegetables
A fusion of Hunan flavors with the crispy goodness of bao. This recipe is a delightful twist on traditional Chinese cuisine.
Ingredients
- ●2 tablespoons hunan sauce
- ●1 cup crisp vegetables (such as carrots, bell peppers)
- ●2 cups fresh spinachchopped
- ●4 pieces bao dough
- ●1 tablespoon water
- ●1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- ●to taste salt
- ●to taste black pepper
Instructions
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1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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2. Roll out the bao dough and cut into 4 equal pieces.
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3. Place 1/4 cup of chopped spinach on each piece of dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
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4. Brush the edges with water and fold the dough over the filling to form a triangle.
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5. Press the edges together to seal the bao and cut a small slit on the top to allow steam to escape.
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6. Brush the tops with vegetable oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
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7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
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8. Heat the Hunan sauce in a small pan over medium heat.
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9. Add the crisp vegetables to the pan and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes or until tender.
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10. Serve the bao with the Hunan sauce and crispy vegetables.
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11. Garnish with additional chopped spinach if desired.