Measurements

• For Lotus Seed Paste: 200g Lotus Seeds
• 100g Sugar
• 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil
• 1 tsp Yeast
• 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 150ml Milk
• 2 tbsp Sugar
• 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil

Preparation Method

• 1. Soak lotus seeds in water for 4 hours. Drain and remove green centers.
• 2. Boil seeds until soft, about 30 minutes. Drain and blend into a smooth paste.
• 3. In a pan, cook paste with 100g sugar and 2 tbsp oil over low heat until thick. Cool.
• 4. For dough, mix flour, yeast, baking powder, salt, and 2 tbsp sugar.
• 5. Warm milk slightly, add to dry ingredients with 2 tbsp oil. Knead into a smooth dough.
• 6. Cover dough, let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
• 7. Divide dough into 12 pieces. Flatten each piece, place a spoonful of lotus paste in center, and seal.
• 8. Place buns on parchment paper, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes.
• 9. Steam buns over boiling water for 15 minutes. Serve warm.

* Recipe for this meal is curated by GrocerAI's Conversational AI Agent Jiva.