Lotus leaf bread

Lotus leaf bread is a Chinese steamed bread. Semi-circular and flat, the loaves have a horizontal fold that, when opened, gives the appearance that it has been sliced. Lines or patterns may be added to increase the resemblance to a lotus leaf.

The buns are traditionally eaten with rich meat dishes such as roast duck or pork belly. They may also be stuffed, which is referred to as a lotus leaf bun. Lotus leaf bread is best known outside China as the bread used in the Fujianese dish gua bao.