Inside a Taiwanese Steamed Bun Shop
“Steamed Taiwanese Buns”
I’ve walked by this shop so many times but never bought any of these traditional Taiwanese treats. The employees always are friendly when I ask for permission to take a photo but today, today we bought some steamed buns and they are delicious! Here is a long version of what they are:
“Description: These are soft, white, bread-like buns made from wheat flour, water, and leavening agents. The key to their signature soft and fluffy texture is the steaming process, which keeps the dough pliable and prevents a crust from forming.
Serving Suggestions: Steamed bread or “mantou” can be eaten by themselves as a staple side dish with meals, similar to how rice is consumed in the south. They are also enjoyed as breakfast items, dipped in condensed milk as a sweet snack, or cut open and filled like a sandwich with ingredients like a fried egg.
Steamed bread/mantou are renowned for their pillowy, soft, and airy texture, achieved through a specific kneading and steaming process that includes a crucial resting period after cooking to prevent the buns from collapsing.”
Location of this shop: maps.app.goo.gl/sxKWuef2RQ2D6Qyy9?g_st=ipc
Inside a Taiwanese Steamed Bun Shop
“Steamed Taiwanese Buns”
I’ve walked by this shop so many times but never bought any of these traditional Taiwanese treats. The employees always are friendly when I ask for permission to take a photo but today, today we bought some steamed buns and they are delicious! Here is a long version of what they are:
“Description: These are soft, white, bread-like buns made from wheat flour, water, and leavening agents. The key to their signature soft and fluffy texture is the steaming process, which keeps the dough pliable and prevents a crust from forming.
Serving Suggestions: Steamed bread or “mantou” can be eaten by themselves as a staple side dish with meals, similar to how rice is consumed in the south. They are also enjoyed as breakfast items, dipped in condensed milk as a sweet snack, or cut open and filled like a sandwich with ingredients like a fried egg.
Steamed bread/mantou are renowned for their pillowy, soft, and airy texture, achieved through a specific kneading and steaming process that includes a crucial resting period after cooking to prevent the buns from collapsing.”
Location of this shop: maps.app.goo.gl/sxKWuef2RQ2D6Qyy9?g_st=ipc