Siopao Bola-Bola | Steamed Buns with Meatball Filling | Plus tips on how to make the buns whiter

Craving soft, fluffy, and perfectly savory Siopao Bola Bola? In this video, I’ll show you how to make the ultimate Filipino steamed pork buns at home! From pillowy white dough to a filling of pork meatballs, salted egg, and Chinese sausage, this homemade recipe is one you'll want to keep on repeat. came fresh from your favorite bakery. Perfect for a hearty merienda, a light lunch, or meal prepping for the freezer. 🖨️ Get Printable Recipe and Tips: https://www.kawalingpinoy.com/siopao-... ✔️ Subscribe to my Channel:    / @kawalingpinoyblog   🔔 RING the BELL Icon to get notifications when I have a new video up. How to Make Siopao Bola-Bola ✅Ingredients For the Siopao Dough 260 ml warm milk (105 to 115 F) 2 teaspoons instant dry yeast 2 tablespoons sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 500 grams all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 100 grams sugar 2 tablespoons vegetable oil lime For the Bola-bola Filling 1 pound ground pork 1/4 cup shrimp, peeled and chopped 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 tablespoon cornstarch 2 tablespoons water 2 1/2 salted eggs, peeled and quartered 2 Chinese sausages, cut into 1-inch lengths For Asado Sauce 1 cup water 1/4 cup sugar 3 tablespoons soy sauce 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced 2 pieces star anise 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch ✅Instructions For the Siopao Dough In a bowl, combine milk, yeast, the 2 tablespoons sugar, and salt. Stir well until dissolved. Let stand for about 5 to 10 minutes or until the mixture is foamy. In a large bowl, combine flour, the 100 grams sugar, baking powder, and vegetable oil. Mix well. Add a few drops of lime juice to the flour mixture. Add the yeast mixture to the flour mixture. Mix together until it forms a dough. Continue mixing and kneading until the dough is smooth and no longer sticky. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and allow to rise in a warm place for about 2 hours or until doubled in size. Remove the dough from the bowl, place on a clean work surface, and form into a long log. With a knife or pastry cutter, slice the dough into 10 equal pieces, then form each into a small ball. Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and allow it to rise for about 30 minutes. For the Bola-bola filling In a medium bowl, combine ground pork, chopped shrimp, green onions, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine everything, In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to make a slurry, then add it to the pork mixture. Using chopsticks or a fork, stir the meat mixture in one direction until well combined and very sticky. Cover with plastic film and refrigerate until ready to use. To Assemble the Siopao Buns On a clean working surface, place one piece of dough, and with a rolling pin, roll out into about 5 to 6-inch diameter, making sure to get edges thinner than the center. Place about a tablespoon of the meat filling in the center. Add a piece of salted egg and Chinese sausage. Gather the dough edges, pleat around the filling, and twist to secure. Place the bun on parchment or wax paper. Repeat with remaining dough and filling. Arrange the prepared buns in a single layer on a flat baking sheet, cover with a kitchen towel, and let them rise again for 10 minutes. In a steamer, place buns in a single layer, an inch apart. Add about 2 tablespoons of vinegar to the steaming water (for whiter buns). Steam buns on low heat for about 15 to 20 minutes. Keep the lid on for about 3 to 5 minutes to prevent the buns from deflating. Remove from the steamer and serve with the asado sauce. For the Asado Sauce In a saucepan, combine water, sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, star anise, and cornstarch. Stir until well-distributed. Cook over medium heat, whisking regularly until thickened. Remove from heat and allow to cool before transferring to an airtight container. Thanks for watching! Don't forget to push "LIKE," leave a COMMENT below, and SUBSCRIBE to my channel! Make sure to ring the BELL button to get notified when I have a new video up. Enjoyed the video? Please SHARE! For more delicious recipes: https://www.kawalingpinoy.com/ Follow me on Facebook:   / kawalingpinoy   #siopaobolabola #steamedporkbuns