Oil paper cannot be used to steam steamed buns. Because oven oil-absorbing paper is not breathable, steaming steamed buns will cause the steamed buns to become wet in the pot, which will easily affect the taste of the steamed buns. It is best to put a wet steaming cloth or corn husks on the steamer, or brush a layer of cooking oil on the steamer to prevent the bottom of the steamed buns from sticking to the steamer.

Can oil paper be used to steam steamed buns?

When steaming steamed buns, you need to pay attention. Do not rush to put the freshly made steamed buns into the pot for steaming. It is best to leave them in place for about fifteen minutes. When the steamed buns begin to grow in size, put them into the pot so that the steamed buns will ferment completely and the flour will become particularly soft. Next, add water to the pot and bring to a boil, then add the steamed buns. Then, wet the steaming cloth, twist it dry, place it on the steamer, and put the buns with flour on the bottom. Or brush a layer of oil on the surface of the steamer to prevent the bottom of the steamed buns from sticking to the steamer.

When steaming steamed buns, the tightness of the steamer is very important. There should be no air leakage between the lid and the cage. Otherwise, the quality of the steamed buns will be affected due to steam leakage during the steaming process. It is best not to place the steamed buns in an airtight container. It is better to place them on a traditional curtain or bamboo dustpan, and then cover them with a semi-wet drawer cloth. In this way, the steamed buns that are cooled in a ventilated environment will not have the problem of blistering and softening of the skin.