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Pan-Fried Cabbage and Noodle Buns

Savory Pan-Fried Cabbage and Noodle Buns You’ll Love

Enjoy these Vegan Pan-Fried Cabbage and Noodle Buns, crispy on the outside and tender inside, perfect for snacks or appetizers.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Dough Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 buns
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp instant dry yeast
  • 1 tbsp sugar any granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp salt sea salt or kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp roasted sesame seeds or poppy seeds
  • 1 cup warm soy milk or any non-dairy milk
  • 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil or neutral oil
For the Filling
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil (for cooking filling) grapeseed or canola oil as alternatives
  • 2 cups raw shredded cabbage can substitute with mustard greens or bok choy
  • 1 cup vermicelli noodles or bean thread noodles
  • 1 medium carrot or zucchini
  • 2 stalks chopped scallions or chives green onions can substitute
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tsp additional salt

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Pot
  • Rolling Pin
  • spatula
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, instant dry yeast, sugar, salt, and roasted sesame seeds. Make a well in the center and gradually add warm soy milk and toasted sesame oil. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Shape the dough into a ball, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for at least 2 hours or until doubled in size.
  2. Bring a pot of water to a boil, then add the vermicelli noodles and cook for 7-8 minutes until they soften. Drain and chop the noodles into smaller lengths. In a skillet over medium heat, add a splash of neutral oil, sauté chopped scallions, carrots, and shredded cabbage until they soften and turn bright in color, about 5 minutes. Stir in the chopped noodles, soy sauce, and additional salt to taste; cook for another 2-3 minutes until well combined.
  3. After the dough has risen, gently punch it down and divide it into 12-16 equal pieces. On a lightly floured surface, roll each piece into a circle approximately 4-5 inches in diameter, ensuring they are even. Lay the wrappers on a floured surface and cover them with a damp cloth.
  4. Take one wrapper and place about 2-3 tablespoons of filling in the center. Gather the edges of the dough around the filling, pinching them together to seal, and twist gently at the top to secure the bun. Repeat for the remaining wrappers and filling.
  5. In a skillet, heat a tablespoon of neutral oil over medium-high heat. Place the buns in the pan, leaving space between them, and cook for about 3-4 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown and crispy. Carefully add a splash of water to the pan, cover it with a lid, and steam the buns for an additional 5-6 minutes until they are cooked through and fluffy.
  6. Remove the buns from the pan and place them on a serving platter. These vegan pan-fried buns with cabbage and vermicelli are best served hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bunCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Consider pairing these buns with a homemade dipping sauce made from soy sauce, a pinch of chili, and some sesame seeds to elevate the flavor even further.

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