A baozi or simply known as bao, bau, nunu, pow's a type of steamed, filled bun or bread-like (for example made with yeast) item in various Chinese cuisines, as there's much variation as to the fillings and the preparations. In its bun-like aspect it's very similar to the traditional Chinese mantou. It can be filled with meat and/or vegetarian fillings. It can be eaten at any meal in Chinese culture, and's often eaten for breakfast. History According to legend, they were invented by the scholar… (More on Baozi)