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Red Date Corn Steamed Bun

Red Date Corn Steamed Bun

Rustic steamed cornmeal cones studded with chopped red dates, scalded with hot water for tenderness and steamed chewy and sweet, a hearty low-sugar staple.

Instructions

  1. 1
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    Pour 300g of cornmeal and 230ml of boiling water into a large bowl, and stir evenly with chopsticks.

  2. 2
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    Add 150g of crushed red dates and knead into a smooth dough.

  3. 3
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    Divide into several small dough pieces.

  4. 4
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    Divide into equal portions, pinch a small nest with your hands, and use your finger to put it inside and keep turning. Using a mooncake mold can also save time.

  5. 5
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    Steam for 20 minutes and it's ready to serve.

  6. 6
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    Very chewy, and the sweetness of the red dates is enough.

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Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • cornmeal
    300g
  • red date
    150g
  • boiling water
    230ml