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Fans of Asian cuisine know the craving all too well: the desire to recapture the unmistakable flavour of a Shanghai speciality enjoyed on a bustling street corner. Shengjian bao, the famous pan-fried Chinese buns, promise an instant culinary journey. With their golden, crispy base, fluffy dough, and perfectly juicy filling, they are a pure delight. The only catch? Making them from scratch requires time and a skilled hand.
Fortunately, the solution for those short on time can be found in the frozen aisle. A quality frozen shengjian bao guarantees a quick meal on the go or an appetiser that's out of the ordinary. Follow our guide to find the hidden gems that honour traditional flavours while fitting perfectly into our busy daily lives.
For a truly worthy experience, there are a few points to check before filling your basket. Here's how to sort through the different options for pan-fried dim sum.
The filling is the very soul of the shengjian bao. While the traditional recipe features pork, there is no shortage of alternatives.
A good pan-fried stuffed bun is judged by its dual texture. The quality of the dough is crucial here. It must strike the right balance: thin enough to be light, but sturdy enough to hold the filling and its precious broth. When cooked, the bottom should become golden and crisp, while the top, which is steamed, remains incomparably soft. A good indicator? The cooking instructions. If they recommend a combination method (pan-frying then adding water), that's usually a very good sign.
The main advantage of frozen food is, of course, its simplicity. Most quality products can be cooked directly from frozen. Just ten minutes in a pan, and you'll have hot, delicious buns, as if they came straight from a restaurant. The perfect solution for a quick lunch, an impromptu dinner, or an extraordinary appetiser.
To help you make your choice, we've tested and selected a few gems that are worth trying.
This 100% plant-based version from Miaojie Shengsheng is the pleasant surprise of our selection. The brand, a specialist in plant-based foods, succeeds in its challenge: recreating the taste and texture of beef using soy proteins. The result is stunningly delicious. We particularly love its juicy filling, its dough that browns to perfection, and its convenient 400g size. An excellent vegan bun that makes no compromises on flavour.
Who is it for? Vegans, flexitarians, and anyone curious to enjoy a delicious meat-free treat.
Sijia Kitchen gets straight to the point with this classic and effective version of the beef shengjian bao. Here, there are no frills: the focus is on a generous, well-seasoned filling and an authentic flavour that hits the mark. The beef filling is tender and juicy, the bottom gets perfectly crispy when cooked, and the taste is exactly what you'd expect from a good traditional bun. A reliable choice.
Who is it for? Those looking for the efficiency and straightforward flavour of a classic, well-executed beef bun.
A return to its roots with this SIJIA Kitchen tribute to Shanghai's most iconic recipe. The filling of this pork bun is specially designed to be extra-juicy, releasing a fragrant broth with the very first bite. It's the perfect product to get that "soup-bursting" experience at home. You'll find everything that makes the original so charming: a savoury pork filling, an addictive broth, and quick cooking from the freezer. All in a convenient 6-piece pack.
Who is it for? Purists seeking the most authentic shengjian bao experience, complete with its pork filling and famous broth.
SIJIA Kitchen shakes things up with this mini size and a bold barbecue flavour. These small beef bites are enhanced with a smoky, sweet note that adds a very successful modern twist. The size is perfect for an appetiser platter, for sharing, or for satisfying smaller cravings. It's fun, original, and just as easy to prepare. A great way to rediscover the shengjian bao.
Who is it for? Those who love appetiser-sized bites and aren't afraid to try a modern and delicious variation.
Have the shengjian bao whet your appetite? If you're a true beef lover, you should know that Asian cuisine is full of treasures, from spicy stir-fries to comforting soups. To switch things up, discover our complete range of beef dishes and get inspired for your next meals.
Nothing could be simpler. Heat a drizzle of oil in a non-stick pan. Place the frozen buns in the pan, flat-side down, and let them brown for 2 to 3 minutes over medium heat. Pour in water to about one-third of their height, cover, and let the steam work its magic for 5 to 7 minutes, until the water has completely evaporated. Remove the lid and let them crisp up for another minute for maximum crunch.
It's all in the cooking method! Baozi (or "bao") are buns that are only steamed, which gives them a uniformly soft and fluffy texture. Shengjian bao, on the other hand, are first pan-seared before being steamed. It's this dual-cooking process that gives them their unmistakable signature: a crispy bottom and a perfectly soft top.
They are delicious on their own, but a small dipping sauce makes them even better. The classic mix? Black rice vinegar, a dash of soy sauce, and, for those who like it hot, a few drops of chilli oil. Slivers of fresh ginger in the vinegar are also an excellent option.