Whole30 Roast Pork Steamed Bun

Indulge in the savory and wholesome flavors of these Whole30 Roast Pork Steamed Buns, a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite. Tender, slow-roasted pork shoulder is marinated in a flavorful blend of coconut aminos, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil, then shredded to perfection and wrapped in naturally steamed cabbage leaves, making this recipe entirely grain-free and gluten-free. These hearty "buns" are steamed until perfectly tender, delivering a satisfying bite with every roll. Perfect for meal prep or a cozy dinner, this paleo-friendly recipe offers a healthy yet indulgent take on Asian-inspired comfort food. Serve warm, garnished with fresh green onions, to impress your taste buds and anyone at the table!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:210 mins

Total Time:240 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Pork shoulder
• 0.5 cup Coconut aminos
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 1 inch Ginger
• 3 pieces Green onions
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 head Cabbage
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the coconut aminos, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, sesame oil, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Place the pork shoulder in a roasting pan and pour the marinade over it, ensuring it is well coated.

Step 4

Cover the pan with foil and roast in the preheated oven for about 3 to 3.5 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shredded with forks.

Step 5

While the pork is roasting, prepare the cabbage leaves by carefully removing them from the head of the cabbage and steaming them to become pliable yet firm, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Once the pork is done, remove it from the oven and allow it to rest while covered for 15 minutes.

Step 7

Shred the pork using two forks and toss it back into the juices in the pan.

Step 8

Lay a cabbage leaf flat and place a generous amount of shredded pork in the center. Fold the sides in and roll to form a bun. Repeat for all leaves and pork.

Step 9

Add water to a large pot and bring to a simmer, then place the constructed buns in a steamer basket over the simmering water.

Step 10

Cover the pot and steam the pork buns for 10-15 minutes or until the cabbage is tender.

Step 11

Serve warm, optionally garnished with additional green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1855.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2333.4

Total Fat 121.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g
Cholesterol 800.5mg	0%
Sodium 5238.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 41.0g
Protein 221.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 489.4mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 4293.2mg	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: 49.0%

Protein: 39.8%

Carbs: 11.2%