Description
Vegan Crispy Bottom Veggie Buns combine savory sautéed vegetables with soft, pillowy dough and a crispy bottom. These flavorful, crispy buns are perfect as a snack, appetizer, or part of a meal, offering both comfort and freshness.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup warm water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon active dry yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup mixed diced vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, zucchini)
½ cup finely chopped onions
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon fresh herbs (like cilantro or parsley)
Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise for about 30 minutes until doubled in size.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, then add diced vegetables, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, herbs, and black pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, then set aside to cool.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into equal portions. Roll each piece into a small circle.
- Place a spoonful of the veggie filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over and seal the edges to form a bun.
- Let the filled buns rest on a lined baking sheet for 10-15 minutes while the oven preheats to 400°F (200°C).
- Brush the buns with olive oil and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the bottom.
- Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Leftover buns can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Freeze the baked buns for up to 1 month, and reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.
To make these buns gluten-free, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
Feel free to adjust the vegetables based on what you have on hand, such as mushrooms, spinach, or sweet potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan, Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
