Siopao Ala Japon
Siopao is to the Pinoy what Nikuman (肉まん) is to the Japanese.
Indubitably Delicious Japanese-style Steamed Bun
Siopao is to the Pinoy what Nikuman (肉まん) is to the Japanese. Some call it Chukaman because it's a derivative of the Chinese baozi which is made from flour dough filled with ground meat and other ingredients. Comprised of the words niku (肉) which means meat and man (まん) meaning bun, nikuman literally means just that, meat in a bun. It is a favorite snack among Japanese adults and youth alike during the cold autumn and winter seasons sold at any convenience stores all over Japan.
A bite of nikuman will surely put a smile on anyone's face.
Aside from pork and a mixture of flour, there are other ingredients necessary to make delicious nikuman such as onions and mushrooms to add flavor to the meaty buns. However, just like other prepared food or snacks, the taste of nikuman varies from place to place, but just the same, they all possess that unique taste that will surely titillate anyone's taste buds.
A combination of meat and vegetables are the ingredients for this "Nikuman", or should it be called nikuyasaiman, perhaps.
Nikuman isn't the only steamed bun available nowadays. With creativity sprawling in the food industry, other varieties are flooding the market. One such variety is called Anman that has a sweet red bean paste as its filling instead of meat. Another is pizzaman (ピザまん) with meat, tomato sauce, and cheese.
They come in different shapes and sizes, and of course, taste.
Aside from the warmth that it gives to the body after consuming one, nikuman has a nutritional value that provides energy for the cold days ahead. These yummy snacks are usually available in convenience stores until spring comes, so enjoy them while they last this cold season.
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