I've really been looking forward to trying this recipe as I already bought the coconut milk powder from KAF, but I'm finding myself intimidated by the description of rolling the buns on the counter to get the correct "tension." So I have to ask: Is the goal just to make round buns which could be done with one hand on the counter or simply between both hands OR is there something to that word "tension" that I'm overthinking - exactly as the instructions say NOT TO! I can make round dough balls, but if my goal is more than that, I guess I need a little more clarification please.
"Tension" is a hard technique to describe. When rolling the dough between your hand and the counter, you will feel the dough suddenly "tighten up" into a nice round (smaller) ball. You can use plenty of pressure as you cup your hand. You can also roll the dough between both hands, but you will not achieve the tension you would with the counter technique. Still, don't over think it, practice makes perfect. Betsy@KAF
August 13, 2013 at 12:52am