Chinese Recipes
Sesame Twisted Steamed Rolls
These soft and fluffy steamed sesame rolls are made from a simple yeast dough layered with fragrant sesame paste and salt. After rolling, twisting, and shaping, the dough is steamed until light and tender. The result is a savory breakfast or snack with delicate layers and a rich sesame aroma.
- Total
- 30 minutes
Quick Recipe Summary
- Cuisine
- Chinese
- Category
- Chinese Recipes
- Method
- Steaming
- Total Time
- 30 minutes
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Main Ingredient
- Flour
Introduction
These soft and fluffy steamed sesame rolls are made from a simple yeast dough layered with fragrant sesame paste and salt. After rolling, twisting, and shaping, the dough is steamed until light and tender. The result is a savory breakfast or snack with delicate layers and a rich sesame aroma.
This Sesame Twisted Steamed Rolls recipe is written for Chinese home cooking, with attention to timing, texture, and the small cues that make the method easier to follow. Read through the ingredient notes and cooking tips before you start so the steps feel familiar once the pan, steamer, or pot is hot.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Ready in about 30 minutes, so it can fit into a busy cooking day.
- Beginner-friendly enough for cooks who are still building confidence in the kitchen.
- Uses gentle steaming, which makes the cooking process easier to control.
- Gives the dish a clear umami flavor flavor profile without making the method feel complicated.
- Useful as a reference recipe because the steps explain both what to do and what to watch for.
Ingredients
- 200g Flour
- 120g Water
- 2g Yeast
- to taste Sesame Paste
- 3g Salt
Ingredient Notes
These notes explain the role of the main ingredients so the recipe is easier to adjust without losing its Chinese home-cooking character.
Flour
This ingredient helps define the flavor, texture, or structure of the dish.
Water
This ingredient helps define the flavor, texture, or structure of the dish.
Yeast
This ingredient helps define the flavor, texture, or structure of the dish.
Sesame Paste
This ingredient helps define the flavor, texture, or structure of the dish.
Salt
This ingredient helps define the flavor, texture, or structure of the dish.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1
Combine the flour, water, and yeast and knead into a smooth dough. Cover and let rise for about 2 hours or until doubled in size.
Step 2
Transfer the risen dough to a work surface, knead briefly to remove excess air, and let it rest for 15 minutes.
Step 3
Roll the dough into a large rectangular sheet.
Step 4
Spread sesame paste evenly over the surface and sprinkle with salt.
Step 5
Roll the dough tightly into a log from one long side to the other.
Step 6
Cut the dough log into evenly sized pieces.
Step 7
Press the center of each piece lengthwise using a chopstick.
Step 8
Stretch the ends slightly, twist them together, pinch firmly, and tuck the seam underneath to create the traditional shape.
Step 9
Place the shaped rolls on a steamer tray and let them rest for another 20 minutes.
Step 10
Steam over boiling water for about 15 minutes until fully cooked and fluffy.
Step 11
Serve warm and enjoy.
Cooking Tips
- For the best texture, allow the dough to fully rise before shaping. A short second proof helps create a lighter, softer steamed roll. Adjust the amount of sesame paste according to your preferred richness.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve it with steamed rice when you want a simple Chinese home-cooked meal.
- Serve with a stronger stir-fry, braised dish, or dipping sauce to balance the gentle texture.
- Steamed dishes are best when served hot, before condensation softens the surface.
Recipe Card
These soft and fluffy steamed sesame rolls are made from a simple yeast dough layered with fragrant sesame paste and salt. After rolling, twisting, and shaping, the dough is steamed until light and tender. The result is a savory breakfast or snack with delicate layers and a rich sesame aroma.
Ingredients
- 200g Flour
- 120g Water
- 2g Yeast
- to taste Sesame Paste
- 3g Salt
Method
- Combine the flour, water, and yeast and knead into a smooth dough. Cover and let rise for about 2 hours or until doubled in size.
- Transfer the risen dough to a work surface, knead briefly to remove excess air, and let it rest for 15 minutes.
- Roll the dough into a large rectangular sheet.
- Spread sesame paste evenly over the surface and sprinkle with salt.
- Roll the dough tightly into a log from one long side to the other.
- Cut the dough log into evenly sized pieces.
- Press the center of each piece lengthwise using a chopstick.
- Stretch the ends slightly, twist them together, pinch firmly, and tuck the seam underneath to create the traditional shape.
- Place the shaped rolls on a steamer tray and let them rest for another 20 minutes.
- Steam over boiling water for about 15 minutes until fully cooked and fluffy.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
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