Korean Chicken Bao Buns
Crispy chicken enveloped in soft, fluffy bao buns, marinated in a flavorful Korean BBQ sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying and Steaming
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken thighs
- ½ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ¾ cup warm water
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Combine soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, garlic, and ginger. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Bao Dough: Whisk flour and baking powder, then gradually add warm water to form a soft dough.
- Knead the Dough: Knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Let it rest for 30 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Air fry chicken at 375°F for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Steam the Bao: Divide dough, flatten balls, and steam for 10 minutes in a bamboo steamer.
- Assemble the Bao Buns: Fill steamed bao with sliced chicken and desired toppings.
- Serve Warm: Enjoy the bao buns fresh with accompaniments.
Notes
Feel free to substitute chicken with tofu or other fillings. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg