Vietnamese Steamed Buns (Bánh bao)

Bánh bao is a Vietnamese take on the Chinese steamed baozi buns. They usually consist of seasoned ground pork, mushrooms, hard-boiled eggs, and slices of Chinese sausage. All the ingredients are neatly wrapped into a light yeasted dough to form round balls which are then steamed.

The dish was undoubtedly influenced by the Chinese baozi, but it was eventually adapted with typical Vietnamese flavors and has become a staple food throughout the country. It is usually enjoyed as breakfast or a snack, preferably with tea on the side.