Barbecue Pork Buns Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible flavor of authentic-looking barbecue pork buns! These sweet and savory buns boast a deliciously thick, homemade barbecue sauce and tender pork filling. Perfect for a crowd-pleasing meal, prepare them a day ahead or simply re-steam frozen buns for a quick 5-minute delight. Get ready for a taste sensation!

Prep Time 60 mins

Cook Time 195 mins

Calories 128.7 kcal

Protein 7g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Barbecue Pork Buns

1/2 cup warm water
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp + 1/2 cup soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp granulated sugar
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tsp sesame oil
1/4 cup finely chopped green onion
2 cloves minced garlic
1/2 tsp ground ginger + 1 tsp grated ginger
1 lb ground pork
1/4 cup milk
1/2 tsp salt
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp instant yeast
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
2 tbsp brown sugar
1/4 cup hoisin sauce
1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 tbsp honey
1/2 tsp garlic powder

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How to Make Barbecue Pork Buns

**Make the Pork Filling:** In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground pork, 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, 1/4 cup finely chopped green onion, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1/2 tsp ground ginger, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Mix well and set aside.
**Prepare the Barbecue Sauce:** In a saucepan, whisk together 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup hoisin sauce, 1/4 cup rice vinegar, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tsp grated ginger, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened. Set aside.
**Assemble the Buns:** Divide the pork mixture into 12 equal portions. Place a portion in the center of each bun. Steam the buns for 15 minutes. Brush generously with the barbecue sauce.
**Cook and Serve:** Steam the assembled buns for another 10-15 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through and the buns are heated through. Serve immediately and enjoy!
**Optional:** For reheating frozen buns, steam for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Barbecue Pork Buns?

Barbecue Pork Buns takes about 255 minutes from start to finish — roughly 60 minutes to prepare and 195 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Barbecue Pork Buns?

Barbecue Pork Buns has approximately 128.7 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Barbecue Pork Buns?

The key ingredients for Barbecue Pork Buns are Water, Cornstarch, Soy Sauce, Oyster Sauce, Granulated Sugar, Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.