PLANTAIN BAO BUNS w/ @tappedinwellness INGREDIENTS For Buns 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 large ripe plantain ½ cup full-fat coconut milk 1½ tbs sugar 1 tsp instant yeast ½ tsp baking powder ¼ tsp salt 1 tbs avocado oil Extra flour or coconut milk, as needed for consistency For Sweet Heat Sauce ¼ cup avocado oil 2 fresno chilies, chopped 3 serrano chilies, chopped 3 garlic cloves, chopped ¼ cup agave (adjust as needed for desired sweetness level) 2 tbs rice vinegar Salt and pepper, to taste For Fried Mushrooms Wet batter 1/4 cup tbs ground flax seed 2/3 cup water 1 tbs mustard 1/4 cup hot sauce Dry batter 1 1/2 cup chickpea flour 1 tsp Salt 1 tsp Pepper 1 tsp Garlic Powder 1 tsp Onion Powder 1 tsp Smoked Paprika 1 tsp Dried Thyme INSTRUCTIONS For buns add all ingredients to a mixing bowl, mix throughly and knead until smooth dough forms. Let rest in an oiled bowl for at least 30 mins or until doubled in size. Remove from bowl, knead lightly then divide into 8-10 equal pieces roll out into small discs with a lip on each side, fold over and set in a steamer for 10-12 mins until fully risen. Set aside. For Mushrooms, mix each batter in separate bowls and dredge mushrooms in each then fry in avocado oil for about 3-5 mins on each side or until golden and crispy. For sauce chop and deseed peppers along with garlic. Cook on medium low heat until softened, about 2 minutes. Add agave, vinegar, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5-10 minutes until the chilies are soft. Then transfer to a small blender and process until smooth. Assemble with all elements, optionally top with a slaw and pickled onions and enjoy. #plantain #plantainrecipes #baobuns #plantainbao #plantbasedrecipes - @brandongouveia