Char Siu Bao (Pork Buns)

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 3
Char Siu Bao (Pork Buns) Recipe for a Chinese delicacy
in Chinese

Prep

180 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

200 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups char siu pork , cut into small dice ( store bought or recipe below )
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1 tablespoon ginger , minced
1/2 cup hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon sweet chili paste ( or garlic chili paste )
4 scallions , sliced
1 1/2 teaspoons dry yeast
2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/4 cups warm water
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups cake flour
1 pinch salt
olive oil
1 lb lean pork
4 garlic cloves , minced
1 teaspoon gingerroot , minced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons sugar
2 2 tablespoons Chinese wine or 2 tablespoons sake
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
230
Sugar
4g
Fat
5g
Char Siu Bao, also known as Pork Buns, are a popular Cantonese street food that has now become a staple worldwide. These buns have a slightly sweet and savory filling made with diced char siu or roasted pork and various spices, wrapped in a soft yeast dough. They are steamed, baked, or fried depending on the recipe, and garnished with chopped scallions or sesame seeds for added flavor. Char Siu Bao is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a late-night snack, and is a must-try for all Asian food lovers. Once you try them, you will be hooked forever!

Instructions

1.For the Filling:
2.Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat and sauté the ginger for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.
3.Add the diced pork and cook for 5-7 minutes or until browned.
4.Remove from the heat and stir in hoisin sauce, sweet chili paste and scallions.
5.For the Dough:
6.Combine the yeast, sugar and warm water until yeast is dissolved.
7.In a large mixing bowl, mix together the flours and salt.
8.Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the yeast mixture.
9.Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes or until smooth and elastic.
10.Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and leave it in a warm place to rise for 1 hour until it has doubled in size.
11.Punch down the dough and divide it into 16 equal-sized balls.
12.Flatten each ball with a rolling pin, creating a 3-inch disk.
13.Place one tablespoon filling in the center of each disk.
14.Pinch the edges together to form a bun.
15.Place the buns on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let it rise for 15 minutes.
16.Preheat the oven to 375º F.
17.Bake the buns for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
18.

PROS

Char Siu Bao is a Chinese delicacy and a must-try for all food enthusiasts.
The dough is soft and fluffy, and the filling is loaded with delicious Chinese flavors.

These buns are perfect as a snack or a light meal, and they are ideal for freezing and reheating later.

CONS

The fatty pork in the bun, together with the carb-rich dough, makes for a high calorie and high-fat meal.
Char Siu Bao should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The recipe can be time-consuming, so make sure you allocate enough time before embarking on this journey.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The pork filling is a good source of protein, essential vitamins like niacin, and minerals.
Hoisin sauce can aid in digestion and boost the immune system.
In moderation, pork buns can be a great source of energy and can enhance physical performance.

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