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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
Rating 4.5 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. 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

  1. **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.
  2. **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.
  3. **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.
  4. **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!
  5. **Optional:** For reheating frozen buns, steam for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

1g

Carbs

8g

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