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How to Make Various Shapes of Buns

There are so many ways to make steamed buns in various shapes. This time I'll make lotus flower buns.

Ingredients

Flour 1kg

Dates

Methods/Steps

Make the dough, cover with plastic wrap and allow to rise.

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Knead the dough and divide it into even-sized dosages.

After forming a ball, flatten it with the palm of your hand.

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Find the center and use a knife to cut it into several flaps at the periphery.

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Use a fork to emboss each petal one by one with a pattern.

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Pinch the head of each petal with your thumb and forefinger to give the shape of the petal.

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Press the red dates in the center. A lotus flower bun is ready.

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Put the steamer to steam for half an hour.

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After five to ten minutes in the pot, open the lid of the pot, pick up the steamed buns out can be eaten.

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