Nikuman

Ingredients

• 100gall-purposeflourAs needed
• 50mlwarmwaterAs needed
• 5gyeastAs needed
• 5gsugarAs needed
• 2gbakingpowderAs needed
• 80ggroundporkAs needed
• 30gchoppedonionAs needed
• 10mlsoy sauceAs needed
• 5mlsakeAs needed
• 3gsugarAs needed
• 5mlsesameoilAs needed
• 2gginger,gratedAs needed
• 1gpinchofsaltAs needed

Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1

   Prepare the dough by mixing flour, sugar, yeast, baking powder, and warm water; knead until smooth and let it rise for 1 hour.

2. 2

   Step 2

   While the dough rises, prepare the filling by combining ground pork, chopped onions, soy sauce, sake, sugar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and salt; mix well.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Divide the dough into equal portions and roll each into a flat circle about 10 cm in diameter.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each dough circle, then gather and pinch the edges to seal the bun.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Place the buns on parchment paper squares and let them rest for 15 minutes to rise slightly.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Steam the buns in a steamer over boiling water for 15 minutes until cooked through and fluffy.

7. 7

   Step 7

   Remove from the steamer and serve warm with optional soy sauce or mustard for dipping.

Diet and Allergen Guide

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Nikuman can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.