How to Make Siopao (Filipino Steamed Buns) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Siopao, also known as Filipino steamed buns, is a popular and beloved street food in the Philippines. These delicious buns are typically filled with savory meat and are a staple in Filipino cuisine.

The word "siopao" is derived from the Hokkien term "sio pao," which translates to "steamed buns." These buns are made with a soft and fluffy dough that is filled with various fillings, such as pork, chicken, or even a sweet custard filling.

Siopao is a versatile dish that can be en...

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Ingredients

  • 3 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 1 cup lukewarm water
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 16 servings

  • Mix flour, sugar, salt, and yeast together in a large bowl. Add water and 1/4 cup oil; mix into a dough. Knead until smooth and elastic, at least 10 minutes. Dust with extra flour if necessary.
  • Warm up the oven for 1 minute. Turn oven off.
  • Oil a large bowl; place dough inside and cover with cheesecloth. Place in the warmed oven until size has doubled, about 1 hour.
  • Punch down dough. Keep in the oven until risen, at least 15 minutes more. Knead dough onto a flat work surface and divide into 12 golf-sized balls. Roll out each ball and fill with choice of filling (see footnote for my chicken and pork filling). Gather and twist the edges together to secure the filling.
  • Place each siopao on a 3x3-inch piece of wax paper.
  • Place siopao in a steamer and steam for 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    153 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 74mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Calcium: 5mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 37mg