Low Carb Char Siu Bao (Cantonese BBQ Pork Buns)

Indulge in the bold flavors of Cantonese cuisine while sticking to your low-carb goals with these irresistible Low Carb Char Siu Bao (Cantonese BBQ Pork Buns). Crafted with tender, marinated pork shoulder caramelized to perfection and wrapped in a gluten-free almond and coconut flour dough, these savory buns deliver all the sweet and smoky satisfaction of traditional char siu bao with a keto-friendly twist. Featuring the umami-rich blend of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and Chinese five-spice powder, this recipe is perfect for recreating authentic dim sum vibes right at home. Ready in just over an hour, these golden-baked BBQ pork buns are an ideal low-carb appetizer, snack, or meal option—deliciously guilt-free and bursting with flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:85 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0.5 pound Boneless pork shoulder
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Monk fruit sweetener
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
• 2 cups Almond flour
• 0.5 cup Coconut flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Xanthan gum
• 3 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Neutral oil (e.g., avocado oil)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the boneless pork shoulder into small bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, monk fruit sweetener, garlic powder, and Chinese five-spice powder.

Step 3

Add the pork pieces to the marinade, mix well, and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.

Step 4

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 5

Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the marinated pork until it is fully cooked and caramelized. Set aside to cool.

Step 6

To make the dough, in a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, baking powder, and xanthan gum.

Step 7

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and add water and neutral oil.

Step 8

Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing well to form a dough.

Step 9

Divide the dough into eight equal portions. Flatten each portion into a circle using your hands or a rolling pin.

Step 10

Place a spoonful of the cooled pork filling in the center of each dough circle and fold the dough over the filling, pinching the edges to seal and form a bun shape.

Step 11

Place the buns on a parchment-lined baking tray.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the buns are golden brown.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(869.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2571.0

Total Fat 206.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 739.4mg	0%
Sodium 4587.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 98.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 47.8g	0%
Total Sugars 12.7g
Protein 116.3g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 566.2mg	0%
Iron 16.1mg	0%
Potassium 1385.9mg	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: 68.4%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 14.5%