Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
2 tbsp

oil

0.33 cup

scallions

finely chopped

1.5 tbsp

garlic

minced

2 tbsp

ginger

minced

3 tbsp

hoisin sauce

3 tbsp

oyster sauce

3 cup

char siu pork

finely chopped

1 tbsp

cornstarch

22 unit

breadstick dough

1 head

Napa cabbage

Step 1
~3 min

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 2
~3 min

Saute scallions, garlic, and ginger until fragrant.

Step 3
~3 min

Stir in hoisin sauce and oyster sauce.

Step 4
~3 min

Add char siu pork and stir to combine.

Step 5
~3 min

Reduce heat to low.

Step 6
~3 min

Combine cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to make a slurry.

Step 7
~3 min

Pour cornstarch slurry over pork mixture and stir until the sauce thickens.

Step 8
~3 min

Set aside the pork filling to cool.

Step 9
~3 min

On a floured surface, partially separate the breadsticks dough, leaving two thick layers.

Step 10
~3 min

Roll each layer of dough into a ball.

Step 11
~3 min

Working with one ball at a time, roll it out to create a 3-inch circle.

Step 12
~3 min

Place about 1 tablespoon of the pork filling in the center of each dough round.

Step 13
~3 min

Gather the dough up around the filling and twist to secure tightly, forming a bun.

Step 14
~3 min

Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.

Step 15
~3 min

Cover the assembled buns with a kitchen towel.

Step 16
~3 min

Arrange Napa cabbage leaves on the bottom of two large bamboo steamers.

Step 17
~3 min

Place 6 pork buns on each steamer.

Step 18
~3 min

Steam the buns for 20 minutes, or until cooked through.

Step 19
~3 min

Serve the steamed pork bao buns warm.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the buns are sealed tightly to prevent filling from leaking during steaming.

Don't overcrowd the steamer; steam in batches if necessary.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The pork filling can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of soy sauce.

Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped scallions.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pickled vegetables
Cucumber salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

China

Cultural Significance

Bao buns are a popular street food and dim sum item.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Chinese New Year

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack
Appetizer
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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