Chinese Barbecued Pork Bun (Cha Siu Bow)

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 6
Delicious Chinese Barbecued Pork Bun recipe for a tasty snack
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Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Very easy

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Ingredients

1/3 cup warm water
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 package dry yeast
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 cups cake flour
4 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons shortening
1 1/4 cups milk
16 pieces wax paper , cut to 2 inches square
6 ounces Chinese barbecue pork , diced ( you can make your own , try Chinese BBQ Pork , or simply pick some up from your local chinese restaurant )
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 teaspoons water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon thin soy sauce
1 teaspoon oyster sauce
1 teaspoon hoisin sauce
2 teaspoons cornstarch
4 teaspoons cold water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
208
Sugar
8g
Fat
4g
Cha Siu Bow or Chinese Barbecued Pork Bun is a delicious and popular dim sum snack. It consists of a soft and fluffy bun filled with Chinese barbecue pork filling. The flavorful filling is made from diced pork cooked with soy sauce, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, and other spices. It's a perfect snack when you're craving something savory and filling. The buns are steamed until they are tender and fluffy, and then served hot. You can enjoy them as a snack, part of a meal, or as a finger food at a party. They are easy to make and are a popular dish around the world.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, mix the warm water and 1/2 teaspoon of sugar. Add the yeast and stir to dissolve.
2.In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cake flour, 4 tablespoons of sugar and salt. Add the yeast mixture, shortening and milk, and mix until dough forms.
3.Knead the dough for 10 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes until the dough size doubles.
4.Meanwhile, heat vegetable oil in a pan. Add the diced Chinese barbecue pork, 2 teaspoons water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, thin soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and stir. Mix cornstarch and 4 teaspoons cold water in a small bowl, and then add to the pork mixture.
5.Roll the dough into a long cylinder and cut it into 16 equal size pieces. Flatten each piece with your palm and roll into round discs. Place each disc on a piece of wax paper. Fill each disc with 1 tablespoon of the pork mixture. Gather the edges and twist to seal.
6.Place each bun on a piece of wax paper and steam them over boiling water for 15-20 minutes.
7.Remove buns from the steamer and let cool for a minute before serving.

PROS

Chinese Barbecued Pork Buns are a popular dim sum dish loaded with flavorful pork filling inside a soft and fluffy bun.

They are easy to make and can be served as a snack or a meal.

CONS

Due to its high calorie and fat content, Chinese Barbecued Pork Buns should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Chinese Barbecued Pork Buns are a good source of protein and fiber from the meat and flour used to make the buns.
The pork filling provides essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin B12, zinc, and iron that supports the immune system and promotes healthy blood circulation.

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