Dairy-Free Bao Buns with Fried Chicken and Vegetables

Elevate your dinner table with these Dairy-Free Bao Buns with Fried Chicken and Vegetables, a delightful fusion of fluffy homemade steamed buns, crispy fried chicken, and vibrant fresh veggies. Perfectly tender bao buns, made from an easy, dairy-free dough, are paired with golden, seasoned chicken thighs coated in a light cornstarch crust for the ultimate crunch. A tangy mix of julienned carrot, cucumber, and shredded cabbage dressed in rice vinegar and sesame oil adds a refreshing contrast, while optional sriracha sauce provides a fiery kick. Ready in just under 90 minutes, this recipe is ideal for those craving a fun, hands-on cooking experience that delivers restaurant-quality flavors right at home. Whether you’re catering to dairy-free diets or simply looking for a crowd-pleasing dish, these bao buns are sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Instant yeast
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 150 milliliters Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 4 pieces Boneless chicken thighs
• 50 grams Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 500 milliliters Vegetable oil for frying
• 1 medium Carrot, julienned
• 0.5 medium Cucumber, sliced
• 100 grams Cabbage, shredded
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 2

Add the warm water and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until a smooth dough forms.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes, then place it in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 4

While the dough is rising, prepare the fried chicken. In a medium bowl, mix the cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and soy sauce.

Step 5

Add the chicken thighs to the mixture, coating them evenly.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil for frying in a deep pan over medium heat. Fry the chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 7

Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface and divide it into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten and roll into an oval shape.

Step 8

Fold the dough ovals in half and place them on parchment paper squares. Cover them with a clean towel and let them rest for another 30 minutes.

Step 9

Set up a steamer and steam the buns for about 10 minutes until they are puffed and cooked through.

Step 10

In a small bowl, toss the julienned carrot, cucumber slices, and shredded cabbage with rice vinegar and sesame oil.

Step 11

Slice the fried chicken and prepare to assemble the bao buns. Open each bun, fill with a portion of sliced chicken and a handful of the vegetable mixture. Drizzle with sriracha sauce if desired.

Step 12

Serve immediately and enjoy your dairy-free bao buns with fried chicken and fresh vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2026.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6996.6

Total Fat 603.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.7g
Cholesterol 520.0mg	0%
Sodium 3709.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 296.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.0g	0%
Total Sugars 40.4g
Protein 154.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 239.6mg	0%
Iron 20.6mg	0%
Potassium 2339.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.1%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 16.4%