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Korean Chicken Bao Buns

Korean Chicken Bao Buns: A Crispy Comfort Food Dream

Korean Chicken Bao Buns combine soft bao and crispy chicken, creating a delightful fusion that's perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 buns
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bao Buns
  • Bao buns Store-bought or homemade
For the Filling
  • 1 pound Korean fried chicken Crispy and spicy filling
  • 3 tablespoons Gochujang Korean chili paste; substitutes: sriracha or chili garlic sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce Use tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame oil Olive oil can be used as an alternative
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be a substitute
For the Toppings
  • Pickled vegetables Quick-pickled radishes or cucumbers

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • deep frying pan
  • Steamer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, and minced garlic to prepare marinade.
  2. Coat chicken pieces with the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Heat oil in a deep frying pan and fry marinated chicken pieces for about 6–8 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Steam bao buns according to package instructions for about 10 minutes.
  5. Assemble bao buns by filling them with crispy fried chicken and topping with pickled vegetables.
  6. Serve warm with optional sauces on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bunCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 12mg

Notes

Double-frying enhances crunchiness; quickly-pickled vegetables provide tangy contrast.

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