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Korean Chicken Bao Buns

Delicious Korean Chicken Bao Buns Perfect for Any Occasion

Enjoy crispy Korean Chicken Bao Buns, soft and fluffy, filled with bold flavors and customizable options for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bao buns
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bao Buns
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp instant yeast
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1 cup warm water comfortably warm
  • 1 tsp salt
For the Chicken Filling
  • 1 lb chicken thighs can use chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp gochujang use more for extra heat
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce can substitute with tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil or use olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup pickled vegetables quick-pickled cucumbers recommended
  • 1/2 cup gochujang mayo mix mayo with gochujang
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro omit if not a fan
  • 1 to taste sliced jalapeños for added spice

Equipment

  • Deep pan
  • Steamer
  • Large Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Add bite-sized chicken thighs, ensuring they are well-coated in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Heat a deep pan filled with about 2 inches of oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, carefully add the marinated chicken pieces and fry for about 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Prepare your steamer by lining it with parchment paper. Fill a pot with a couple of inches of water and steam the bao buns for 10-12 minutes until fluffy and warm.
  4. Once steamed, open a warm bao bun, add crispy chicken, top with pickled vegetables, and drizzle with gochujang mayo. Repeat for remaining buns.
  5. Serve the assembled Korean Chicken Bao Buns immediately while warm, garnished with fresh cilantro and jalapeños.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bao bunCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Serve fresh for the best experience. Customize the filling for different dietary preferences.

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