Vegan Pan-Fried Buns
These vegan pan-fried buns are soft, fluffy, and golden brown, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal or snack. Enjoy them plain or filled with your favorite savory or sweet ingredients.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 buns
- Category: Snack
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup warm water
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for frying
- Optional fillings: chopped vegetables, tofu scramble, vegan cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
- Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal pieces.
- Roll each piece into a ball and flatten slightly.
- If using fillings, place a spoonful of filling in the center of each bun and pinch the edges together to seal.
- Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat.
- Place the buns in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add a splash of water to the skillet, cover, and steam for 1-2 minutes to ensure the buns are cooked through and extra soft.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Serve these buns with a dipping sauce like soy sauce, chili oil, or peanut sauce for an extra burst of flavor. Feel free to experiment with different fillings to create your own unique variations.
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