Char Siu Bao
Steamed buns filled with a sweet and savory char siu pork filling, a classic Chinese dish.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup Lentils
- ●1 pound pork shoulder Char
- ●2 tablespoons hoisin sauce Siu
- ●4-6 steamed buns Bao
- ●2 tablespoons soy sauce Chinese
- ●2 tablespoons honey Molten
- ●2 cloves garlic, minced Xenial
- ●1 teaspoon Salt
- ●1/2 teaspoon Pepper
Instructions
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1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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2. In a large bowl, whisk together hoisin sauce, soy sauce, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add the pork and mix until coated.
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3. Place the pork on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
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4. While the pork is cooking, steam the buns according to package instructions.
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5. Once the pork is cooked, shred it with two forks and add it to the bowl with the sauce. Mix until coated.
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6. To assemble the bao, place a spoonful of the pork mixture onto the center of a steamed bun, then fold the bun over the filling to form a half-moon shape.
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7. Serve the char siu bao hot, with additional sauce on the side if desired.
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8. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.
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9. Serve immediately and enjoy.