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Char Siu Bao (Bun) / Chinese Steamed Buns with BBQ Pork Recipe

Delicious Chinese steamed buns filled with flavorful BBQ pork.
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Preparation Time: 2 hours
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Dough

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon instant yeast
  • ½ cup warm water
  • 2 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Filling

  • 1 cup char siu (Chinese BBQ pork), diced
  • 2 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoon water

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, yeast, warm water, sugar, and vegetable oil. Knead until smooth.
  2. 2. Cover the dough and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  3. 3. In a pan, combine diced char siu, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and cornstarch mixture. Cook until thickened.
  4. 4. Divide the dough into 12 pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and flatten it. Place a spoonful of filling in the center and seal the edges.
  5. 5. Place the buns in a steamer and let them rise for another 15 minutes.
  6. 6. Steam the buns for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

BBQ Pork, Char Siu Bao, Steamed Buns
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