Baozi, or simply bao, is a type of yeast-leavened filled bun found in various Chinese cuisines, made in many variations of filling, whether meat or vegetarian, though most often from wheat flour and steamed. It is a variation of mantou from Northern China and is popular throughout China, having spread to the cuisines of many other countries through the Chinese diaspora.
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Origin Period, From (Year)Sourced to the subject's own accountSong dynasty (960-1279) is when Wikipedia's History and etymology section says the word baozi itself emerged as an alternate word for mantou, not a precise single year. Origin RegionSourced to the subject's own account Connections
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Source Baozi (Wikipedia)
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- Also in Geography Atlas: China, originated there.
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WikipediaLead section, first sentence
Baozi, or simply bao, is a type of yeast-leavened filled bun found in various Chinese cuisines.
History and etymology section, Song dynasty paragraph
In the Song dynasty (960-1279), mantou could have a variety of fillings (meat, poultry, fish, vegetables) and were said to be a common snack for students. During this period, baozi emerged as an alternate word for mantou.
- Expresses Tradition: Bread Baking, Wikipedia category: Category:Chinese breads
- Expresses Tradition: Yum Cha, Wikipedia category: Category:Dim sum
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