Steamed Buns 3 INGREDIENT SIOPAO FILLING RECIPE (2024)

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SIOPAO FILLING RECIPE. An easy way to make siopao filling. Quick to follow recipe and ingredients that are easily available. Make Siopao now.

Easy 3 Ingredient Siopao Recipe

This is my third version of Siopao filling. This time I used the left-over Roasted Chicken, Honey Barbecue Sauce and Hoisin Sauce which has been sitting in the fridge since July 4th. Surprisingly, it tasted almost similar to the one I always buy in the Philippines. This filling is less complicated compared to the Char-Siu Filled Siopaoand the one with Chicken Breast FillingI made fromthe last time. Guys, this is soooooo EEEEEEEasy with the capital E.

3 INGREDIENT SIOPAO FILLING RECIPE

I am aware that I should be more creative with this blog and share versatile recipes and I am working on that, but what can I say, my kids love the fluffy and soft doughof this Siopaoand as for myself, I like how portable it is to pack for lunch. I made these steamed buns on Sunday and hope that it will last throughout the week as my kids’ lunch while I am at work.

These Siopao arefreeze-able without compromising the the softness and fluffiness of the dough after it is heated. I know you can buy Siopao from any Asian market but the home made ones are still the best because you know what goes into the filling. Also, the dough is very easy to prepare unlike the other recipes I tried and the dough always rises when steamed… So make this and bring it to work and enjoy it with your friends.

3 INGREDIENT SIOPAO FILLING RECIPE

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Servings: 12 pieces

Calories: 39kcal

Author: Shobee

Ingredients

  • FOR THE FILLING:
  • 1/3 cup Hoisin Sauce
  • 1/3 Cup Original Honey Barbecue Sauce
  • 5 cups pulled Roasted Chicken
  • FOR THE DOUGH:
  • 3 cups All Purpose Flour flour plus 1/3 cup all purpose flour separate use
  • 1/4 cup white granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 1/4 teaspoon Rapid Rise Highly Active Yeast or 1 packet of Rapid Rise Highly Active Yeast
  • 2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2/3 cup milk plus 1/3 cup separate use
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 egg room temperature
  • 2 tablespoon melted butter

Instructions

  • FOR THE FILLING:

  • Place the pulled chicken in a heated pan and let warm. Add in Hosin Sauce and Original Honeyed Barbecue Sauce and mix together. Set aside and let it cool before filling into the dough.

  • FOR THE DOUGH:

  • Grease a large bowl with cooking oil set aside- we will use it to rise the dough.

  • Place 3 cups flour,granulated sugar,salt,baking powder and yeast in the mixing bowl and mix completely using a wire whisk.Set aside.

  • Place the additional 1/3 cup flour, 1/2 cup water and 1/3 cup milk in a small sauce pan and mix with spoon or whisk to incorporate, then heat it a low fire until pasty in texture ( CLICK THE LINK ABOVE IF YOU NEED TO SEE HOW IT LOOK LIKE)

  • When the flour is already pasty, add it to the 3 cups flour mixture.

  • Place the butter in a microwave safe cup and heat for 1 minute or until the butter is lightly melted and pour into the mixing bowl.

  • Heat the 2/3 cup of milk in the microwave for 1 minute and add into the mixing bowl. Mix all of the ingredients TWO TO THREE TIMES using the electric mixer THEN add in the egg

  • Mix the dough using an electric mixer with a hook on. Mix until it will for a fluffy and soft dough. NOTE: You will notice that the dough is not mixing well, but continue mixing because eventually, the dough will become soft and smooth.Transfer the dough to the greased bowl and let the dough rise in a warm place for around 1 hour.

  • PREPARING THE SIOPAO OR PORK CHAR BAO:

  • When the dough had risen after an hour, form the dough into a small log and cut it into 7-14 small balls-IN MY CASE, THIS RECIPE YIELDED 14 LARGE SIOPAO .Using your hand, flatten the dough and place the filling on the middle. Seal the dough on the edges and arrange it on the steamer. Do the same to the remaining dough.

  • COOKING THE SIOPAO:

  • Cut parchment paper into 14 pieces. Around 2x2 size

  • Boil 4-10 cups of water and steam the siopao for 20 minutes. You can freeze these siopao and microwave it wrap with wet paper towels and heat it for 1 minutes before eating or steam it so that it is soft and fluffy.

Notes

I have various Steam Buns Recipe Filling on the blog and all of them are tasty and delicious. You can use the list below to fill your steam buns.

Try this easy version of Steam buns Dough ----> Instant Pot Steamed Buns

  • Gua Bao -I use pork belly in this recipe. You can change the meat into pork roast or pork shoulder
  • Chicken/ Pork Filling- this is on the sweeter side, which is my favorite. Use pork instead of chicken.
  • Meatball Filling- ALthough not your typical filling, I love meatball filling too. The meatballs were steamed ahead of time to ensure that there is no raw meat in the buns.

Tried this recipe?Mention @theskinnypot or tag #theskinnypot!

Nutrition

Calories: 39kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 394mg | Potassium: 14mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg

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Comments

  1. Shobelyn Dayrit says

    Hope you’ll succeed.

  2. Maria says

    Thank you because I’m going to make it now

  3. Shobelyn Dayrit says

    Thank you so much! One day you can make it too.

  4. Anonymous says

    Steamed Buns 3 INGREDIENT SIOPAO FILLING RECIPE (11)
    I had these little dreams a few X’s luckily from a store here in California. I was sure to remember the name of them so I could look up. Thank God I did!!! Such yummy little dreams!! The ones that I had, had pork & egg inside, it all looks so good to me!! Thanks again. Dee

  5. shobee says

    You are welcome 🙂

  6. Raymund says

    Thanks for sharing this fluffy siopao dough recipe!

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Steamed Buns 3 INGREDIENT SIOPAO FILLING RECIPE (2024)

FAQs

How to make siopa? ›

Directions
  1. Mix flour, sugar, salt, and yeast together in a large bowl. ...
  2. Warm up the oven for 1 minute. ...
  3. Oil a large bowl; place dough inside and cover with cheesecloth. ...
  4. Punch down dough. ...
  5. Place each siopao on a 3x3-inch piece of wax paper.
  6. Place siopao in a steamer and steam for 30 minutes.
Aug 31, 2023

Is siopao Filipino or Chinese? ›

Siopao (Tagalog pronunciation: [ˈʃopaʊ]), is a Philippine steamed bun with various fillings. It is the indigenized version of the Fujianese baozi, introduced to the Philippines by Hokkien immigrants during the Spanish colonial period.

What is siopao dough made of? ›

Siopao Dough
  1. 4 cups all-purpose flour.
  2. 4 cups cake flour.
  3. 1/4 cup cooking oil.
  4. 1 teaspoon salt (amount can be adjusted according to preference)
  5. 1/2 cup sugar (amount can be adjusted according to preference)
  6. 2 cups water.
  7. 4 teaspoons yeast.

Are dumpling and siopao the same? ›

Therefore, it is not surprising that the Filipinos acquired their enthusiasm for filled steamed buns from South Chinese immigrants: siopao is a Philippine adaptation of the Cantonese “char siu bao” dumpling.

What are the different types of siopao? ›

Typically, siopao comes in two specific variations: either you get the siopao asado, or the siopao bola-bola. Instead of just using sweet pork, siopao bola-bola is a combination of minced meat, Chinese sausage, and salted eggs.

What is the difference between bao and siopao? ›

But it's in the filling itself that the difference between these two steamed buns lies. Where cha siu bao is made with roasted pork, five spice, and various kinds of soy sauce and sesame oil, siopao asado is most commonly made with stewed and braised pork, as well as other sauces like soy sauce and hoisin.

What does siopao mean in Filipino? ›

Siopao - literally meaning “steamed buns”, is a famous Filipino snack.

Why did siopao collapse? ›

After steaming, don't open the lid immediately but let it sit for two to three minutes before opening the lid so that the temperature change isn't so extreme, that's the likeliest reason for your collapse. Other possibilities include overproofing or overly wet fillings.

What is the English name of siopao? ›

Siopao or hot buns is a type of dumpling with a sweet pork filling. It can be consumed anytime of the day.

Why is my siopao brown? ›

1 Answer. Based on the color, it looks like your dumplings might be exposed to too high a heat on a surface that could actually sear them (that metal pan for example). It also looks like those dumplings might be overcrowded and being handled too much so that they'd break.

How long does siopao last? ›

12 hours in the hot Philippines weather if left unrefrigerated and if you want optimum flavor. Otherwise refrigerate for up to 5 days.

What is the paper used in siopao? ›

To assemble Siopao Buns

Place bun on a piece of parchment or wax paper.

What do Chinese call siopao? ›

Siopao is also called Salapao in Thailand, Baozi in China, Pau in Hong Kong, or simply known as Steamed Buns in English.

Who invented siopao? ›

Siopao is the Philippine indigenized version of the Cantonese steamed bun called cha siu bao. Siopao was popularized in the Philippines by Ma Mon Luk, a Cantonese immigrant street vendor who created noodle soup around the 1920s.

Is siopao a healthy food? ›

Siopao can be a satisfying and flavorful snack or meal, but it's important to note that it is typically steamed and not fried, which can make it a healthier option compared to other types of buns or pastries. However, the nutritional content can vary based on the filling and the specific ingredients used in the dough.

How many minutes to cook frozen siopao? ›

1 pack Frozen Asado Siopao (15pcs/pack). Steam for 20-25 minutes, adjust time according to equipment used. Best when defrosted for at least 10 minutes before steaming.

Is siopao Chinese food? ›

For instance, the asado filling has a sweet-savory profile, derived from a mixture of soy sauce, sugar, and star anise, appealing to the Filipino palate. Despite its Chinese origins, siopao has become a Filipino comfort food, available in every local bakery, street food stall, and even convenience stores.

How to assemble siopao? ›

To assemble Siopao Buns

Place about a tablespoon of the meat filling in the center. Gather the edges of the dough, pleat around the filling, and twist to fully secure. Place bun on a piece of parchment or wax paper. Repeat with remaining dough and filling.

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