How to Make Delicious Pumpkin and Jujube Steamed Buns at Home?

Q: Can I use canned pumpkin puree instead of fresh pumpkin?
A: Yes, canned pumpkin puree can be used as a substitute for fresh pumpkin. Ensure it’s unsweetened and not pumpkin pie filling.

Q: How do I know when the dough has fermented enough?
A: The dough should double in size and have a honeycomb-like texture when it’s ready.

Q: Can I use a different type of flour instead of wheat bran flour?
A: Yes, you can use all-purpose flour, but the texture and taste may slightly vary from the original recipe.

Pumpkin and Jujube Steamed Buns

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Ingredients:

• Wheat Bran Flour: Approximately 500 grams
• Pumpkin Puree: About 130 grams
• Yeast Powder: 3 grams
• Small Red Dates (Jujubes): 6 pieces
• A pinch of Sugar
• Eggs: 2

Instructions:

1. Peel and steam the pumpkin until soft. Mash it into a puree and mix in the eggs and sugar.
2. Add wheat bran flour and yeast to the mixture.
3. Knead the mixture into a dough and let it ferment.
4. Wait for the dough to ferment until it doubles in size and shows a honeycomb-like texture.
5. Take out the dough, sprinkle it with chopped red dates, and knead it into a ball.
6. Cut the dough into your desired shapes.
7. Steam the buns over cold water for 15 minutes.

Nutrition:

• Rich in Dietary Fiber
• Source of Vitamins from Pumpkin
• Low in Saturated Fat