Fluffy Chinese Steamed Buns Recipe (Mantou) / Plain Steamed Buns
Soft, fluffy Chinese steamed buns (mantou) made from scratch. These plain steamed buns are slightly sweet, pillowy, and perfect on their own or filled with your favourite fillings. A staple in Chinese cuisine that is surprisingly easy to make at home. For more Asian-inspired recipes, try my Sesame Balls or Sweet Idli.

Fluffy Chinese Steamed Buns Recipe (Mantou) / Plain Steamed Buns
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp (225 g) All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup (75 g) Wheat Starch
- 2 tbsp (30 g) Sugar
- 1 tsp (4 g) Instant Yeast
- 3/4 cup (160 ml) Milk
- 1 tbsp (10 ml) Oil



