Vegan Mini Chicken Pao

Elevate your appetizer game with these fluffy and flavor-packed Vegan Mini Chicken Pao, a plant-based twist on the classic bao bun! Filled with a savory blend of marinated vegan chicken strips, garlic, ginger, hoisin sauce, and crunchy cabbage, these bite-sized delights are steamed to perfection, delivering a pillowy yet satisfying texture. The homemade dough, crafted from simple pantry ingredients like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and a hint of sesame oil, ensures every bun is light and tender. Ideal as a party snack, family dinner centerpiece, or grab-and-go treat, these vegan steamed buns are a wholesome fusion of traditional technique and modern plant-based cuisine. Perfect for vegans and curious foodies alike, this recipe is an irresistible blend of comforting flavors and ethical eats!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 150 ml Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 200 grams Vegan chicken strips
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (minced)
• 3 stalks Spring onions (sliced)
• 50 grams Cabbage (shredded)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Slowly add warm water and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft dough forms.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough back in the bowl and cover with a damp cloth. Let it rest in a warm place for about 45 minutes or until doubled in size.

Step 5

Meanwhile, prepare the filling. Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium heat.

Step 6

Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Add vegan chicken strips to the pan and cook for 5 minutes until heated through and slightly browned.

Step 8

Add soy sauce, hoisin sauce, spring onions, and cabbage. Stir-fry everything together for another 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let the filling cool.

Step 9

Once the dough has risen, punch down to release the air. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces.

Step 10

Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten into a disk approximately 3 inches in diameter.

Step 11

Place a spoonful of the filling in the center of each disk. Pinch the edges together to seal and form a bun.

Step 12

Prepare a steamer by bringing water to a boil. Place the buns on parchment-lined trays or a steamer basket, leaving space around each bun for expansion.

Step 13

Steam the buns for about 10-12 minutes until they become puffed and cooked through.

Step 14

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(853.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1912.1

Total Fat 60.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.2g
Cholesterol 1.0mg	0%
Sodium 4123.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 275.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.3g	0%
Total Sugars 39.4g
Protein 74.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 221.1mg	0%
Iron 19.9mg	0%
Potassium 1335.8mg	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: 27.9%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 56.8%