Sugar-Free Chicken Bao Buns
Get ready to indulge in the comforting, pillowy goodness of these Sugar-Free Chicken Bao Buns, a guilt-free twist on a timeless favorite! These fluffy steamed buns are made from scratch with a simple, yeast-raised dough and packed with a juicy, flavorful chicken filling that’s seasoned with low-sodium soy sauce, fresh ginger, and sesame oil—perfect for savoring bold flavors without added sugar. The tender filling is encased in a soft, cloud-like bao, creating a delightful texture combination that's both wholesome and delicious. Ready in just under two hours, these bao buns are ideal for a satisfying lunch, snack, or appetizer. Naturally sugar-free, they’re an excellent option for health-conscious foodies or anyone seeking an elevated homemade comfort food experience!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 5 grams Instant yeast
- 2 grams Baking powder
- 2 grams Salt
- 160 milliliters Warm water
- 15 milliliters Olive oil
- 250 grams Minced chicken
- 15 milliliters Low-sodium soy sauce
- 5 grams Fresh ginger, grated
- 5 grams Garlic, minced
- 20 grams Green onions, finely sliced
- 5 milliliters Sesame oil
- 5 grams Cornstarch
- 10 milliliters Water for slurry
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, baking powder, and salt.
Step 2
Add warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients and stir until a soft dough forms.
Step 3
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Step 4
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise for about 60 minutes until it doubles in size.
Step 5
While the dough is rising, prepare the chicken filling. In a medium bowl, mix the minced chicken with the soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, green onions, and sesame oil.
Step 6
In a small bowl, prepare a slurry by mixing cornstarch with 10 milliliters of water. Add this slurry to the chicken mixture to help bind the ingredients together.
Step 7
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into eight equal portions.
Step 8
Roll each portion into a ball and flatten it into a disc about 10 cm in diameter.
Step 9
Place a tablespoon of the chicken mixture in the center of each disc, then gather the edges and pinch them together to encase the filling securely.
Step 10
Place each bun on a small square of parchment paper and arrange them in a steamer, leaving space between each for expansion.
Step 11
Cover the buns and let them rest for an additional 15 minutes.
Step 12
Bring water to a boil in a steamer pot, then reduce the heat to medium. Steam the buns for about 10-12 minutes.
Step 13
Turn off the heat and allow the buns to rest in the steamer for 5 minutes before removing them to prevent deflation.
Step 14
Serve hot and enjoy your sugar-free chicken bao buns!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (750.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1500.9 |
| Total Fat 41.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g | |
| Cholesterol 187.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1683.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 203.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.2g | |
| Protein 73.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 88.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 982.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories