Description
Korean Chicken Bao are irresistibly fluffy and flavorful buns filled with tender chicken coated in a sweet and spicy marinade. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, these bao will impress your friends and family while tantalizing their taste buds. Enjoy the delightful combination of textures and tastes that make each bite a memorable experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 8 store-bought bao buns
- Sliced green onions (for garnish)
- Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 10-12 minutes until thoroughly cooked and caramelized.
- Steam the bao buns according to package instructions until soft and fluffy (approximately 10 minutes).
- Assemble each bao bun with a scoop of chicken, then top with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
- Serve immediately on a platter for everyone to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing/Steaming
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bao (125g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 70mg