This recipe is a simplified version of pan-fried bao using pre-made dumpling wrappers filled with a delicious mixture of Chinese chives and ground pork. The fresh chives add aromatic flavor to the filling, making these baos a mouthwatering treat. The preparation involves rolling out the wrappers and preparing the filling with various seasonings for a delightful dish.
1: Gather your ingredients: Chinese chives, ground pork, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, shao xing cooking wine, 5 spice powder, and pre-made dumpling wrappers.
2: Prepare the filling by combining chopped Chinese chives, ground pork, minced ginger, shao xing wine, soy sauce, sesame oil, and 5 spice powder in a bowl.
3: Stir the filling for 1 minute in one direction to bind it.
4: Take 1/2 tsp of the filling and microwave it for 10-15 minutes to taste for seasoning.
5: Roll out a dumpling wrapper until it's 1.5 times larger.
6: Place a dollop of filling in the center, wet the edges with water, and fold to seal.
7: Heat a nonstick pan with cooking oil and place the baos in it. Sear for 1 minute.
8: Add water to the pan (about 3 tbsp), cover, and cook on low-medium heat for 5 minutes.
9: Uncover and cook for another minute on medium heat until the bottoms are golden and crispy.
