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Korean Chicken Bao Buns

Korean Chicken Bao Buns: Your New Comfort Food Favorite

Indulge in these Korean Chicken Bao Buns, a delightful blend of crispy chicken and fluffy buns.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 buns
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bao Buns
  • 4 buns Bao Buns Choose pre-made for convenience or try making them from scratch
For the Chicken Filling
  • 1 pound Korean Fried Chicken Double-fried for extra crunch
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang Substitute with Sriracha for milder heat
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Olive oil can substitute but may alter flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is best
For Garnishing
  • 1 cup Pickled Vegetables Use radishes or cucumbers for contrast
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Optional, sprinkle fresh cilantro or green onions

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • deep skillet or wok
  • steamer basket or colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Chicken Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Add chicken pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Fry Chicken: Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry marinated chicken for 4-6 minutes until golden brown. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  3. Prepare Bao Buns: Steam store-bought buns for 10-15 minutes, or follow scratch-made recipe instructions for fluffy texture.
  4. Assemble Bao Buns: Open each bao bun and fill with crispy fried chicken. Layer in pickled vegetables and add fresh herbs if desired.
  5. Serving: Serve assembled bao buns warm with dipping sauces like gochujang mayo.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bunCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Korean Chicken Bao Buns are best enjoyed fresh but can sit at room temperature for up to 2 hours. For leftovers, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days. Reheat before serving.

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