Doushabao (豆沙包) are steamed yeast buns filled with Adzuki red bean paste, and a favorite of mine growing up. Recipe
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Mooncakes, or 月餅, are unleavened pastries filled with a sweet paste, the most traditional ones being red bean paste, lotus
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