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Korean Chicken Bao Buns

Irresistible Korean Chicken Bao Buns You Can Make at Home

Enjoy making these Korean Chicken Bao Buns, a delightful fusion of comfort and flavor, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Dough Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 10 buns
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with whole wheat or gluten-free flour
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon instant yeast regular yeast may work, proof first
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder omit if using solely instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup warm water not hot
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil can use any neutral oil
For the Chicken Filling
  • 1 pound boneless chicken thighs can use breast for a leaner option
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce tamari works for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste) adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon honey can substitute with maple syrup or agave
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil toasted sesame oil is recommended
  • 2 cloves garlic minced fresh garlic is preferred
  • 1 tablespoon ginger grated fresh ginger is best
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • sesame seeds optional garnish
  • green onions optional garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • steamer basket
  • Skillet
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the dough ingredients and knead until smooth and elastic.
Dough Rising
  1. Let the kneaded dough rise in a warm spot until doubled in size.
Chicken Filling Preparation
  1. Mix the chicken filling ingredients and let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. Sauté the marinated chicken in a skillet until fully cooked.
Assembling Bao Buns
  1. Divide the dough, fill, and seal each bun before steaming.
Steaming Buns
  1. Steam the formed bao buns until fluffy and cooked through.
Serving
  1. Garnish steamed buns and serve warm with sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bunCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Experiment with fillings for variations and enhanced flavors.

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