This episode takes us out of town and underground on our first, official Streetfood road trip. Come along with my friend Allen and me as we explore Asia's longest tunnel ... ok, that's alleged ... I haven't checked the facts.Plus! We try Baozi and I'll teach you how to make them!(UPDATE: Episode 3.5 offers a better look at the potential variety of baozi: http://youtu.be/w3zmzyRSOm4)Full Recipe:Dough - 400g Flour220g Water3 tbsp Oil1 tbsp Sugar1 package Instant Dry Yeast1 tsp SaltWhen I make dough with yeast, I like to dissolve the yeast in a cup of warm water (100 to 110 degrees) with a spoon of sugar. I let it sit for 5 minutes, then combine it with the rest of the dough ingredients. Form the dough into a ball. Knead 5 to 10 minutes. Then cover it with a wet towel and let it sit in a cool place for an hour (the fridge is probably fine).The dough should at least double in size while it rests. Once that happens, knead it a bit more, then divide it into small portions to use for the baozi.Filling - (use whatever quantities make your heart feel super happy)- ground beef or pork or chicken ... or dog ... you know, whatever- ginger- leek or green onion- salt- pepper- five spice powder- soy sauce- sesame oil- MSG (if you're feelin' it)Wrap a piece of dough around a spoon of filling - as demonstrate in the video. Steam the baozi in batches. If you have a bamboo basket, great. I live in China, but I don't have one. I use a regular pot with a slotted, metal partition. No matter what you use to steam, you should have a rapid boil beneath it, and I like to line the basket/pot with cabbage leaves to keep the baozi from sticking. Some people use oil, but I think cabbage leaves work better.You should steam each batch for 15 to 18 minutes. (And definitely check the meat is cooked through if you're doing this for the first time)If you try this recipe, let me know.Street Food, cdzadek, China, Chinese Food, Culture, Food, Chinese Culture, Made in China, China News, education, diversity, streetfood, street, street-food, Xian, street snacks, snacks, cross-cultural, family, expat, expatriate, 西安, 中国, 小吃, Snack Food (Type of Dish), Chinese (Cuisine), Foodie
