this dough is easy to make and can be used for all kinds of steamed or baked buns.
1. mix until dissolved:
1.75 c warm water
1/4 to 1/2 c sugar
2. add:
1/4 oz (7 g or about 2.5 t) yeast
4. leave the mixture in a warm place for 15 minutes or until it becomes very foamy, then mix with:
6 c flour
2 T oil
1 T baking powder
5. knead dough until smooth. add water if too dry; add flour if too wet.
6. let stand, covered, in a warm place for 2 hours or until dough has tripled in bulk. if you can, knead a few times during this 2-hour period. knead again before using.
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