This classic, steamed yeast bun is filled with marinated pork, and soy and oyster sauces. Making them takes some work, but the results are most impressive.
Ingredients for Chinese Pork Buns (Cha Siu Bao) Recipe
3 cup All-purpose flour
0.13 cup White sugar
0.88 cup Warm water
1/2 tablespoon Active dry yeast
1/2 tablespoon Baking powder
1 tablespoon Shortening
1/2 pound Finely chopped pork
3/4 tablespoon Light soy sauce
3/4 tablespoon Hoisin Sauce
1/2 teaspoon Soy sauce
3/4 tablespoon White sugar
3/4 tablespoon Soy sauce
3/4 tablespoon Oyster Sauce
1/2 cup Water
1 tablespoon Cornstarch
1.25 tablespoon Water
1 tablespoon Shortening
3/4 teaspoon Sesame oil
Nutrition value
606
calories per serving
29 g Fat39 g Protein46 g Carbs6 g FiberOther
Current Totals
Fat
29g
Protein
39g
Carbs
46g
Fiber
6g
MacroNutrients
Carbs
46g
Protein
39g
Fiber
6g
Fats
Fat
29g
Vitamins & Minerals
Calcium
106mg
Iron
7mg
Vitamin A
14mcg
Vitamin B1
< 1mg
Vitamin B2
< 1mg
Vitamin B3
6mg
Vitamin B6
< 1mg
Vitamin B9
36mcg
Vitamin B12
< 1mcg
Vitamin C
2mg
Vitamin E
1mg
Copper
2mcg
Magnesium
88mg
Manganese
< 1mg
Phosphorus
415mg
Selenium
76mcg
Zinc
7mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment