Pan-fried buns are a traditional Shanghainese dish known for their crispy bottoms and tender fillings.

For those who love good food, learning to make pan-fried buns is a fun and challenging skill.

In this article, we will introduce a complete process of making pan-fried buns to help you master the skills of making this delicious dish.

1. Prepare ingredients and tools Before starting to make pan-fried buns, we need to prepare the following ingredients and tools: 1. Flour: 500 grams 2. Yeast: 5 grams 3. Water: 250 ml 4. Salt: appropriate amount 5. Pork filling:

500 grams 6. Ginger: appropriate amount 7. Green onions: appropriate amount 8. Soy sauce: appropriate amount 9. Pepper: appropriate amount 10. Cooking oil: appropriate amount 11. Pan: 1 12. Wok: 1 13. Knives and chopping boards: appropriate amount

14. Bowl and chopsticks: appropriate amount 2. Making the dough 1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, yeast and salt evenly.

2. Add water slowly, stirring while adding, until a smooth dough forms.

3. Place the dough on the counter and knead it with your hands for a few minutes until the dough becomes soft and elastic.

4. Put the dough back into the bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and leave it in a warm place to ferment for 1 hour until the dough becomes larger in size.

3. Prepare the stuffing 1. Put the pork stuffing into the wok and stir-fry over medium heat until the meat changes color.

2. Add chopped ginger and green onions and continue to stir-fry for a few minutes.

3. Add appropriate amount of soy sauce, salt and pepper, season and stir well.

4. Turn off the heat, put the filling into a bowl, and wait until it cools down.

4. Making pan-fried buns 1. Place the fermented dough on the countertop, knead it a few times to remove the air.

2. Divide the dough into small pieces, each piece is about 30 grams.

3. Roll each small piece into a round pancake, slightly thicker on the edges and thinner in the middle.

4. Put an appropriate amount of filling in the center of the pancake, then pinch the edges toward the middle and wrap it into a semicircle.

5. Use your fingers to pinch the edges of the pan-fried buns to make them more beautiful.

5. Frying the Pan-fried Buns 1. Pour an appropriate amount of cooking oil into the pan and heat to medium-high heat.

2. Place the pan-fried buns in the pan, bottom side down, and arrange them neatly.

3. While frying the pan-fried buns, keep turning the pot to heat evenly until the bottom turns golden brown.

4. Add an appropriate amount of water to the pot, cover the pot, and cook over medium-low heat for 5 minutes until the water evaporates.

5. Open the lid and continue cooking over medium-low heat until the bottom becomes golden and crispy again.

6. Enjoy delicious pan-fried buns 1. Place the fried pan-fried buns on a plate and sprinkle with appropriate amount of chopped green onion and sesame seeds to add color and texture.

2. It can be served with homemade dipping sauce, such as soy sauce, vinegar, minced garlic, etc.

3. Pan-fried buns are best eaten while they are hot, as they are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.

Conclusion: Through this article, we learned a complete process of making pan-fried buns.

From preparing ingredients and tools, to making dough and fillings, to wrapping and frying pan-fried buns, every step requires care and patience.

Making pan-fried buns is not only a skill, but also a respect and love for traditional cuisine.

I hope that through the guidance of this article, you can master the skills of making pan-fried buns and enjoy the delicious taste of this dish.