Mantou (Vegetarian Friendly)

Mantou, also known as plain steamed buns or steamed mo, are one of China's traditional foods made with wheat flour. They are made by fermenting flour, which causes it to swell into a spherical shape. Mantou typically don't have any filling – when made with filling, they are referred to as baozi, or buns. Mantou is a popular staple food among northern Chinese people. In the south, however, mantou is prepared in many different ways. It can be sweet or savory, and they are made to both look and taste good. Let’s learn more about all kinds of Cantonese mantou below.