Pumpkin Mantou Food 4tots Recipes For Toddlers Part 2
Fall is the season that brings an abundance of pumpkin-inspired dishes to our tables. One recipe that kids and adults alike can enjoy is the Pumpkin Mantou, a fluffy and slightly sweet Chinese steamed bun. These delightful buns are perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even as a dessert. In this recipe, we'll show you how to make Pumpkin Mantou that is soft, tender, and bursting with pumpkin flavor. Let's get steaming!
Ingredients
Instructions
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Steam the pumpkin cubes in a steamer for about 15-20 minutes until they are soft and can be easily mashed with a fork.
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Mash the steamed pumpkin until smooth. Set aside to cool.
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In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
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Add the mashed pumpkin and the yeast mixture into the dry ingredients.
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Mix and knead until a smooth dough forms. You may need to adjust the flour or water slightly to get the right consistency. The dough should be soft but not sticky.
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Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
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Punch down the dough to release excess air.
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Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/2 inch thickness.
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Use a round cookie cutter or a glass to cut out individual mantou buns.
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Place the cut-out buns on small squares of parchment paper.
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Arrange the buns on a steamer basket leaving some space between them to expand.
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Cover the steamer with a lid and let the buns rise again for about 20-30 minutes.
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Fill a wok or steamer pot with water and bring it to a boil.
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Place the steamer basket with the buns over the boiling water. Make sure the water doesn't touch the buns.
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Steam the Pumpkin Mantou for about 10-15 minutes until they puffed up and are cooked through.
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Remove the steamer from heat and let the buns cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 bun- Calories
- 150 kcal per bun
- Total Fat
- 0.5g per bun
- Saturated Fat
- 0g per bun
- Cholesterol
- 0mg per bun
- Sodium
- 100mg per bun
- Total Carbohydrate
- 32g per bun
- Dietary Fiber
- 2g per bun
- Sugars
- 8g per bun
- Protein
- 4g per bun
Cooking with pumpkin not only adds a delicious flavor to your recipes but also provides a boost of nutrients and vitamins. Pumpkins are rich in fiber, vitamins A and C, and are a good source of antioxidants. So, indulge in these Pumpkin Mantou buns guilt-free and savor the taste of fall in every bite.