Lotus seed bun facts for kids
Wrapped lotus seed buns
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| Type | Sweet bun |
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| Place of origin | China |
| Main ingredients | Yeast-based dough, lotus seeds |
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| Traditional Chinese | 蓮蓉包 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Simplified Chinese | 莲蓉包 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Hanyu Pinyin | lián róng bāo | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Cantonese Yale | lìhn yùhng bāau | ||||||||||||||||||||||
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A lotus seed bun is a yummy sweet bun from China. People make these buns by steaming a special dough. Inside, they are filled with a sweet paste made from lotus seeds.
You might find lotus seed buns served as a type of dim sum. Dim sum is a style of Chinese food that includes many small dishes. These buns are a popular choice in many Chinese restaurants.
How Lotus Seed Buns Are Made
The way a lotus seed bun looks can be a bit different depending on where it's made. But the main parts are always the same: the dough and the filling.
The Dough
The dough for lotus seed buns is usually made with yeast. This makes the bun soft and fluffy when it's steamed. The dough is similar to what's used for other Chinese buns, like char siu baau (barbecue pork buns).
The Filling
The special part of a lotus seed bun is its filling. This sweet paste is made from lotus seeds. These seeds are cooked and then mashed into a smooth, sweet paste. It gives the bun its unique flavor.
Enjoying Lotus Seed Buns
Lotus seed buns are often eaten for breakfast or as a snack. They are a popular part of a dim sum meal. People enjoy them for their soft texture and sweet, earthy filling.
See also
In Spanish: Bollo de semilla de loto para niños
