Cost Breakdown

Critical Success Points

• • Allow the dough to double in volume during the first proof (40 min).
• • Mix the filling until it becomes sticky and holds together.
• • Seal the filling completely with pleats to prevent leakage.
• • Start steaming with cold water and keep the lid on for the full cooking time.
• • Do not lift the lid during the 10‑minute post‑steam cooling period.

Safety Warnings

• • Steam is extremely hot; handle the steamer basket with oven mitts.
• • Do not touch the hot pot or lid during cooking.
• • When toasting Sichuan pepper, keep the heat low to avoid burning.