Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine bread flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
2. Add warm water and vegetable oil. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
3. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5-6 minutes.
4. Shape the dough into a ball, place it in a lightly oiled bowl, and cover with a kitchen towel. Let it rise in a warm spot for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.

Step 2: Prepare the Tiger Topping
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together rice flour, sugar, salt, yeast, and warm water. Add vegetable oil and stir until it forms a thick paste. Cover and let it rest for 15 minutes.

Step 3: Shape the Bread
6. Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release air. Shape it into a loaf or rolls as desired and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Cover the dough loosely with a towel and let it rise again for 30-45 minutes until puffy.

Step 4: Apply the Tiger Topping
8. Spread a generous layer of the rice flour topping over the risen dough using a spatula or back of a spoon. The topping should be thick and even to create the crackled crust.

Step 5: Bake the Bread
9. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
10. Bake the bread for 20-25 minutes (for rolls) or 30-35 minutes (for a loaf) until golden brown and the crust has formed its signature cracks.
11. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack before slicing.