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Korean Chicken Bao Buns

Irresistibly Spicy Korean Chicken Bao Buns You’ll Love

Enjoy these Korean Chicken Bao Buns, a delightful fusion of crispy, gochujang-glazed fried chicken wrapped in soft, fluffy bao.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 buns
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bao Buns
  • 8 buns Bao Buns Opt for store-bought if short on time.
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs Juicy and flavorful.
  • 3 tablespoons Gochujang Korean chili paste.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low-sodium option available.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Rich, nutty flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is ideal.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Pickled Vegetables Customize with radishes or cucumbers.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Deep Skillet
  • Bamboo steamer
  • Cooking thermometer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, and minced garlic. Stir until smooth.
  2. Coat the chicken thighs with the marinade and allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Heat oil in a deep skillet and fry the marinated chicken until golden brown and crispy.
  4. Prepare bao buns by steaming them for about 10 minutes until soft and fluffy.
  5. Assemble by placing fried chicken in each bao bun and adding pickled vegetables.
  6. Serve warm and enjoy the delightful combination of textures and flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bunCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Allow chicken to marinate longer for enhanced flavor. For extra crispiness, consider double frying the chicken.

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