Description
These Keto Tender Beef Bao Buns are a delicious low-carb twist on traditional steamed buns, featuring a flavorful ground beef filling infused with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce. Wrapped in soft, gluten-free almond and coconut flour buns, this recipe offers a satisfying, fluffy texture perfect for a keto-friendly meal or snack.
Ingredients
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Beef Filling
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon green onions, chopped
Bao Bun Dough
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 cup boiling water
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the ground beef along with minced garlic and ginger until the meat is fully browned and the aromatics are fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season the Beef: Stir in the soy sauce and sesame oil to the cooked beef, mixing well to evenly coat the meat with the savory flavors. Remove from heat and fold in the chopped green onions. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients for Dough: In a medium bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, and baking powder, stirring to distribute the baking powder evenly throughout the flours.
- Add Wet Ingredients to Dough: Slowly add the boiling water and beaten egg to the dry mixture, stirring continuously until a dough forms and all ingredients are fully combined.
- Knead and Shape Dough: Using your hands, knead the dough briefly until smooth. Divide the dough into small equal portions and roll each into a ball.
- Stuff the Bao Buns: Flatten each dough ball into small rounds. Place a spoonful of the prepared beef filling in the center of each round, then fold and pinch the edges carefully to seal the filling inside, forming bao buns.
- Steam the Bao Buns: Arrange the bao buns in a steamer basket lined with parchment paper or cabbage leaves to prevent sticking. Steam over boiling water for approximately 15 minutes, or until the buns are cooked through and have a fluffy texture.
- Serve Warm: Remove the buns from the steamer and serve immediately, garnished with additional chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
- Ensure the dough is not too wet or too dry; adjust coconut flour slightly if needed to achieve a soft but manageable dough.
- If a steamer basket is not available, use a heatproof plate inside a large pot with a lid, adding water under the plate to steam the buns.
- For additional flavor, consider adding chili flakes or hoisin sauce on the side for dipping.
- Keep the steamer covered tightly while cooking to trap steam and create fluffy buns.
- These buns are best eaten fresh but can be refrigerated and gently reheated in a steamer the next day.
