Scallion and Ham Flower Rolls

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Diced ham

   

2. 02

   Step 2

   Chop the scallions and mix in a pinch of baking soda. This will prevent them from discoloring during steaming.

   

3. 03

   Step 3

   Dissolve the yeast in warm water, then gradually add it to the flour, kneading until a dough forms. Cover with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place until 2 in size. This is what it looks like after rising; the internal structure is honeycomb-like.

   

4. 04

   Step 4

   Place the dough on a work surface, sprinkle with a little dry flour, and knead for a while until the surface is smooth and there are no large air bubbles when cut open.

   

5. 05

   Step 5

   Roll the dough into a thin sheet, about 2 3 thick.

   

6. 06

   Step 6

   Sprinkle a little salt, rub it in with your hands, then roll it out with a rolling pin, brush on a layer of oil, sprinkle with Sichuan peppercorn powder, and sprinkle with diced ham and chopped green onions.

   

7. 07

   Step 7

   Roll it up from one end, you can make it a little loose or a little tight.

   

8. 08

   Step 8

   Cut into sections, about 4 5 long.

   

9. 09

   Step 9

   Press down in the middle with chopsticks, then stretch it out a bit with your hands.

   

10. 10

    Step 10

    Twist the two hands in opposite directions once, then pinch the bottom tightly.

    

11. 11

    Step 11

    Add water to the pot, brush oil on the steamer rack, and place the steamed buns on it.

    

12. 12

    Step 12

    After the water boils, steam over medium-high heat for 15 minutes, then turn off the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before removing.

    

13. 13

    Step 13

    A delicious scallion and ham steamed bun is ready!