11 delicious buns recipes from around the world
Fluffy, slightly sweet Chinese steamed buns. These plain buns are a versatile staple, perfect for soaking up rich sauces, accompanying stir-fries, or enjoyed simply with a drizzle of condensed milk.
Gua Bao, often called 'Taiwanese hamburgers,' are fluffy, slightly sweet steamed buns folded in half and filled with tender braised pork belly, pickled mustard greens, cilantro, and a sprinkle of peanut powder. The combination of savory, sweet, sour, and crunchy textures makes this a beloved street food.
Fluffy, slightly sweet steamed buns encasing a savory and tender Cantonese BBQ pork (char siu) filling. A quintessential dim sum classic, these buns are known for their pillowy texture and the characteristic split top.
Pirozhki are classic Russian stuffed buns, traditionally filled with savory or sweet ingredients and then baked or fried. This recipe focuses on a delicious meat and egg filling, encased in a soft, enriched yeasted dough. They are perfect as a snack, appetizer, or light meal.
Soft, sweet coconut buns baked in a rich, creamy coconut sauce. Pani Popo is a beloved Samoan treat, perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a special occasion.
A popular Taiwanese street food, often called a 'Taiwanese hamburger,' featuring tender braised pork belly, pickled mustard greens, cilantro, and crushed peanuts sandwiched in a steamed bun.
Soft, fluffy yeast-raised buns infused with garlic and herbs, traditionally served with borscht, but also delicious on their own.
Soft, fluffy, yeasted dumplings steamed in milk and butter, traditionally served as a dessert in Bavaria. They develop a slightly crisp bottom during steaming.
Sweet, soft, and fluffy buns with a crisp, sugary, cookie-like topping that resembles a pineapple's texture. A beloved breakfast and snack item in Hong Kong.
Pyrizhky are small baked or fried buns with various fillings. This version features a savory filling of cooked buckwheat groats mixed with farmer's cheese (tvorog) and herbs, encased in a soft, yeasted dough. They are a popular snack or light meal, offering a delightful combination of earthy buckwheat and creamy cheese.
Vastlakuklid are soft, sweet buns traditionally enjoyed during Shrove Tuesday (Vastlapäev) in Estonia. They are typically filled with whipped cream and sometimes jam or almond paste, then dusted with powdered sugar.
