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Step 1
Mix the yeast with water and sugar, and wait 5 minutes to activate
Step 2
Add 300g (2 1/2 cup) of flour and mix everything with a fork
Step 3
Cover and set aside for 30 minutes
Step 4
Add the remaining ingredients into the bowl
Step 5
Knead for approximately 10 minutes, until the dough is smooth and jumps up when pressed with a finger
Step 6
Cover again and set aside for another 30 minutes, or until doubled in size
Step 7
Preheat the oven to 200 celsius (390 fahrenheit)
Step 8
Gently deflate the dough (punch it) and divide into 16 pieces, around 100-110 grams each
Step 9
Roll each piece into a ball and set aside
Step 10
In a large pan, simmer the water with salt and baking soda - don't let it boil too much, just small bubbles at the bottom will do
Step 11
Transfer the buns into the soda bath in batches of 4-5 at a time, so they don't touch each other - let them boil for 30 seconds on either side
Step 12
Transfer the pre-boiled buns onto a baking tray lined with baking paper, make small slits across the top and sprinkle with poppy seeds and salt
Step 13
When all of the buns have been pre-boiled, transfer the tray into your preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden and crispy