Sweet potato steamed buns

 Sweet potato buns are the same texture to 'bao'. However, unlike 'bao', these contains coconut milk and egg as well as without a filling inside. I think this recipe is versatile. If you don't have sweet potato give yam a go.

I have been making this recipe for a few times. It is easy but may take half a day to make. Make sure you steam the sweet potato first as it might take a while. Run a fork through it and you are ready to peel them. Just be careful and not burn your fingers. :)  

 Leaving the batter to rest is important to get that soft airy texture to the buns. I was invited to a friend's Chinese New Year dinner and made this to bring along for the great fun night. 

 Sweet potato steamed buns

Ingredients A:

3 table spoon plain flour

2 tablespoon instant yeast

1 table spoon caster sugar

3 tablespoon warm water

Ingredients B:

200g sweet potato (steamed and peeled)

180gs caster sugar

1 egg

150ml thick coconut milk

Ingredients C: 

200g plain flour

1 teaspoon double action baking powder

1. Mix all ingredients (A) together and leave it to ferment for 5-10 minutes.

2. Combine ingredients (B) and the fermented mixture into a mixture. Process till fine. Then add ingredients (c) and continue to beat until the batter is formed. Leave the batter to rest further for 1 hour.

3. Stir the mixture well before scoop into the baking paper cupcakes. Steam over high heat for 20 minutes.