
I tried these stuffed buns / rolls based on the Pizza recipe and Dinner Rolls. This time though I tried a different mixture (eggless) to brush the top and Voila! the result was a flaky and crisp top that for a second I thought I was enjoying Puffs instead Buns. The kids went so crazy over this and demanded that I make them daily. Totally enjoyed these stuffed buns hot from the oven with a steaming cuppa in the evening. While the top layer was flaky and crisp the inside was so soft and spongy. Try it out for yourself and tell me how you liked it.
Stuffed Buns / Masala Stuffed Rolls
You’ll need:
- All Purpose Flour – 1-1/2 cups
- Instant Dry Yeast – 1-1/2 tsp
- Sugar – 1 tbsp
- Salt – 1/4 tsp
- Milk – 1/4 cup
- Water – 1/4 cup
- Melted Butter – 3 tbsp
For the Stuffing:
- Potato, medium – 1
- Cauliflower – 3-4 florets
- Mushrooms – 3
- Onion, small – 1
- Ginger – 1/2 tsp
- Garlic – 1/2 tsp
- Cumin seeds – 1/4 tsp
- Red Chilli powder – 1 tsp
- Garam Masala Powder – 1/2 tsp
- Coriander leaves – 1 tbsp
- Mint leaves – 1 tbsp
- Salt – to taste
- Oil – 3 tsp
To brush on top:
- Milk – 2 tbsp
- Butter – 1 tbsp
- White sesame seeds – 2-3 tsp (optional)
Method:
For the stuffing: Boil the potato and remove the skin and crumble/ mash them. Finely chop the onion, coriander leaves, mint leaves. Grate the cauliflowers, ginger and garlic.
Heat oil in a pan. Season with cumin seeds. Add onion and sauté till pink. Add the grated ginger, garlic, cauliflower and cook over low flame. Sauté till the florets become soft. Now add mashed potatoes, mushrooms, red chilli powder, garam masala powder, mint and coriander leaves, salt and cook for another 5 mins or till the raw smell disappears and the mixture becomes dry and comes together.
Transfer to a plate and let it cool. Once cool divide them into 6 portions and make into balls and keep aside.
For the Buns:
In a mixing bowl, place all purpose flour, salt, sugar. instant dry yeast, melted butter and mix with your finger tips till it resembles bread crumbs.
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Warm together milk and water. Pour over the flour and bring everything together with your hands. Do not knead very hard.
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Transfer to a butter greased container and close with a damp towel or plastic sheet. Let it rest for 1-2 hours till the dough doubles in volume. It took just 1 hour for me.
Punch the dough and release the air. Press with your knuckles for 2-3 times. Divide the dough equally into 6 balls. Flatten them on your palm with your finger tips.
Place the vegetable stuffing ball in the middle and bring the edges from around to the top and seal by pressing lightly. Make a soft ball again and place on a greased tray leaving space to avoid sticking together.
Let the buns rest for 15-20 mins. They will rise a little.
To brush on top: Warm the milk and mix in the butter and let it mix with the milk completely. Brush on top of the buns and pour the rest over the buns. Sprinkle white sesame seeds on top and shove into oven and bake @ 200 Deg C for 15-20 mins or till they become golden brown.
Notes:
- Always check the yeast if it is active.
- Make sure that the water or milk you use for kneading is in correct temperature or lukewarm. It should neither be hot not cold, else it will kill the yeast and the dough will not rise.
- If using Active Dry yeast, use the same quantity but you have to proof the yeast before using.
- Do not add water while making the stuffing as it will make the buns soggy after baking.
- You can also use an egg wash on top to have a more browned top.
- For a Non-Vegetarian option you can use scrambled eggs or chicken for the stuffing.
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wow this loooks fabulous Radhika!!
The bun is simply awesome.. looks very tempting.
WOW!!! Yum stuffed buns. Can see the softness on the top layer.
I love homemade stuffed buns…looks very tempting 🙂
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hi radhika. u changed ur template again kya? i was wondering where am i. this baking is so good and ur buns look like i shud take them out of computer and have them. delicious., once i get my oven i m goin to try these buns
nothing beats home made buns isnt it
Perfect masala buns…
Yum! These buns look purrfect…No wonder the kids went crazy over it! I am so tempted to grab one 😉
Would love to give it a try.
Love the filling,looks really good..yum
super delicious filling and so soft buns..loved it ..bookmarked to try soon..
yes perfect masala buns.
wow yum yum…so mouth watering and perfectly baked buns….luv it..nice clicks too!
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No wonder your kids liked it..super irresistible masala buns..
perfectly made, really yummy.
Yummy buns, great with the tasty filling..
thats looking gr8. will give a try 🙂
delicious looking soft buns for anytime
very delicious buns..looks perfect
Looks so divine..!!Must try..Thanks 4 the recipe
very nice……..def going to try these out.thanks.
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yuummmmyyy…wow..looks great…wanna give this a try soon..thanks for sharing 😉
Fabulous buns. I love stuffed buns. This is Yummy.
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inge konjam parcel panannum looks fantastic radhi 🙂
Ooooh the buns are just perfectly golden brown! they look soft and filling looks delicious… lovely!
You have been into yeast baking a lot recently .. 🙂 love these buns..
again, captivating pics Radhika
These stuffed buns look so tempting and mouthwatering…Awesome bake
OMG the buns just jumped out of my monitor at me, such awesome pics Radhika !! I have a query though : U mentioned the milk-butter mix after being brushed over the buns could be poured over them, doesnt this make them soggy or increase the baking time? i have always wanted the buns i made to get that lovely color with the milk wash, but no such luck 🙁 – Anu
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luks so tempting and filling buns.
Absolutely stunning! Wow!
Wow looks so soft..perfect for teatime
The buns look super delish, so soft and fluffy. The filling looks great. Thanx for this lovely share. Wish I could have one now..!
Oh, I love them. I make a similar one.. Yours have tempted me to make them soon again.. Cheers
You have not mentioned the over temperature, please tell us
Thanks Ash. Corrected it now. It is 200 Deg C.
The stuffed buns look real lovely, very tempting.
The stuffed buns are looking real lovely, very tempting.
Hi….thanks for such a fab recipe. I have a doubt. The 1st point in the note ‘Always check the yeast if it is active.’ I didn’t get it. Plz explain.
If you are using Instant dry yeast no problem but it is best to check Active dry yeast by proofing them a little to check up whether it is active or not.
Hi
These buns looks so tempting and delicious! I am not good in making breads and buns and hopeful one day I am able to do so.
Buns look tempting..fantastic pictures!
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Hi
Can I substitute apf with Unbleached flour?
Thank you.