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Korean Chicken Bao Buns

Delicious, crispy chicken enveloped in fluffy bao buns, drizzled with sweet and spicy sauce—a family favorite that is comforting and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Korean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Marinade

  • 2 pieces chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces Use fresh chicken for juicy texture.
  • 1 cup Korean-style sweet and spicy sauce This sauce elevates the dish with its umami punch.
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce Enhances the chicken flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil Gives a nutty aroma—don't skip it!
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Adds aromatic quality.
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced Freshness gives the dish a zing!
  • to taste salt and pepper Seasoning is crucial.

Breading and Frying

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Helps create a lovely crust.
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs Provides a lighter, crunchier crust.
  • 4-6 pieces bao buns Can be homemade or store-bought.
  • green onions, chopped for topping Adds freshness and color.
  • sesame seeds for topping Adds a satisfying crunch.
  • oil for frying Use oil with a high smoke point.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, ginger, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Set up a breading station with flour and panko breadcrumbs. Dredge the marinated chicken pieces in flour, then dip them back into the marinade, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.

Cooking

  • Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the coated chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes.
  • In a steamer, steam the bao buns according to package instructions until soft and fluffy.

Assembly

  • To assemble, place the fried chicken inside the steamed bao buns, drizzle with sweet and spicy sauce, and top with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Serving

  • Serve warm and enjoy your Korean Chicken Bao Buns!

Notes

These bao are versatile; experiment with different sauces for unique flavors. Keep marinated chicken for best results and monitor oil temperature for perfect frying.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g
Keyword Bao Buns, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Family Recipe, Korean Chicken Bao Buns
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