Comments on: Chinese Steamed Custard Buns (nai wong bao, 奶黄包) https://omnivorescookbook.com/steamed-custard-buns/ Modern Chinese Recipes Sat, 31 Dec 2022 20:47:56 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.2 By: MW https://omnivorescookbook.com/steamed-custard-buns/#comment-210201 Sat, 31 Dec 2022 20:47:56 +0000 https://omnivorescookbook.com/?p=20199#comment-210201 3 stars
A decent base recipe as they turned out looking like classic steamed custard buns; the structure was pretty spot on, but the flavors were lacking compared to buns I’ve had at Dim Sum eateries. The recipe needs tweaking in my opinion. The dumpling dough needs to be sweetened more and should have a bit of salt — it was bland. The custard wasn’t sweet enough at all and it was too eggy in an unpleasant way, it lacked the delicious harmony I’ve enjoyed with custard buns in the past. I think the custard needs more vanilla, a bit of salt, more sugar, and perhaps using whole eggs rather than just the yolks.

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By: Maggie Zhu https://omnivorescookbook.com/steamed-custard-buns/#comment-205601 Tue, 02 Aug 2022 16:07:57 +0000 https://omnivorescookbook.com/?p=20199#comment-205601 In reply to Olivia.

You totally can. You should use a little less, 1 3/4 teaspoons of instant yeast as substitution.

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By: Olivia https://omnivorescookbook.com/steamed-custard-buns/#comment-205587 Mon, 01 Aug 2022 19:51:19 +0000 https://omnivorescookbook.com/?p=20199#comment-205587 5 stars
Would it be possible for me to substitute the active dry yeast for instant dry yeast?

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By: Goob https://omnivorescookbook.com/steamed-custard-buns/#comment-202991 Fri, 13 May 2022 23:47:34 +0000 https://omnivorescookbook.com/?p=20199#comment-202991 5 stars
It was super yummy thank you

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By: Cindy https://omnivorescookbook.com/steamed-custard-buns/#comment-189887 Tue, 01 Feb 2022 17:14:50 +0000 https://omnivorescookbook.com/?p=20199#comment-189887 5 stars
This recipe was absolutely perfect. The texture of the bun was exactly like I get at restaurants or bakeries. The custard was so warm and light too.

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By: Maggie Zhu https://omnivorescookbook.com/steamed-custard-buns/#comment-171303 Tue, 26 Oct 2021 14:43:15 +0000 https://omnivorescookbook.com/?p=20199#comment-171303 In reply to Jan.

This is the type of steamer I use: https://amzn.to/3q2rmX0 (mine is not AllClad and it has been discontinued)
Alternatively, you can also use bamboo steamers: http://amzn.to/2cudXGy If using them, you will need a pan that is large enough to hold the steamers, and deep enough so the water will not reach to the steamers when boiling (such as a large wok).
I usually recommend the first type because you can use the bottom pot separately as a soup pot.
Usually you can create a steamer by placing a dish on a rack inside of a pot. However, that approach is good for many savory food but might affect the bun rising.

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By: Jan https://omnivorescookbook.com/steamed-custard-buns/#comment-171238 Tue, 26 Oct 2021 00:04:03 +0000 https://omnivorescookbook.com/?p=20199#comment-171238 What is a steamer or how can I make something to work like one? Can you include a photo of a steamer? Thanks!

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By: Marla https://omnivorescookbook.com/steamed-custard-buns/#comment-168898 Thu, 14 Oct 2021 18:26:19 +0000 https://omnivorescookbook.com/?p=20199#comment-168898 5 stars
The buns turned out so perfect!! Very authentic and yummy!

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By: Paige https://omnivorescookbook.com/steamed-custard-buns/#comment-146256 Mon, 03 May 2021 03:52:28 +0000 https://omnivorescookbook.com/?p=20199#comment-146256 5 stars
Really delicious and easy…I was always intimidated by custard before trying this recipe. I ran out of filling a little early and filled the last 2 buns with orange marmalade instead. Also used all purpose flour which was serviceable but will be trying with a lower gluten flour next time.

How might I modify the custard recipe to make a chocolate custard instead?

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By: Yvonne https://omnivorescookbook.com/steamed-custard-buns/#comment-140102 Thu, 11 Mar 2021 11:41:22 +0000 https://omnivorescookbook.com/?p=20199#comment-140102 In reply to Maggie Zhu.

Thanks so much! <3

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