Siopao -Asado (Steamed buns with chicken filling)

Ingredients for Siopao -Asado (Steamed buns with chicken filling)

• 1 cup warm water
• 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided
• 1 pouch active dry yeast (about 1 tablespoon)
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tablespoon baking powder
• 3 tablespoons shortening or vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
• Prepared Chicken Asado Filling
• Parchment or wax paper squares

How to cook Siopao -Asado (Steamed buns with chicken filling)

1. 1.Combine warm water, 1 tablespoon sugar, and yeast; stand 5 minutes until foamy.
2. 2.Mix flour, remaining sugar, and baking powder. Add yeast mixture and shortening; mix into dough.
3. 3.Knead on a lightly floured surface for 5 minutes until smooth. Oil the dough, cover, and rise 1 hour or until doubled.
4. 4.Deflate dough, divide into 8 to 10 portions, and flatten each into a 4- to 5-inch round with a thicker center.
5. 5.Add 1 tablespoon Chicken Asado Filling to each round, gather and twist the edges closed, then rest 5 to 10 minutes.
6. 6.Set each bun on paper, space apart in a steamer, and steam for 15 minutes. Keep covered off heat for 5 minutes before uncovering; cool slightly.