BBQ Pork Buns

Indulge your taste buds with these irresistibly fluffy BBQ Pork Buns, a crowd-favorite recipe featuring tender, savory pork encased in soft, pillowy dough. Perfect for dim sum lovers, these buns are filled with a rich pork filling infused with hoisin, oyster, and soy sauces, along with a touch of garlic and scallions for fragrant depth. The dough, made from scratch, is effortlessly light and airy, thanks to the combination of active dry yeast and a slow rise for ultimate softness. Ideal for steaming, these buns are a must-try for anyone craving authentic, restaurant-style char siu bao at home. Serve them hot for a satisfying snack, appetizer, or even as part of a special homemade meal. Easy to prepare yet packed with flavor, these buns are sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:180 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:210 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 400 grams All-purpose flour
• 50 grams Sugar
• 1 tablespoon Active dry yeast
• 250 ml Warm water
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 300 grams Boneless pork shoulder
• 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 Scallions, chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine 400g of all-purpose flour and 50g sugar.

Step 2

Dissolve 1 tablespoon of active dry yeast in 250ml of warm water and allow it to sit for 5 minutes or until it becomes frothy.

Step 3

Add the yeast mixture to the flour and mix well. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes or until smooth.

Step 4

Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise in a warm place for 2 hours or until doubled in size.

Step 5

Meanwhile, prepare the filling. Dice 300g of boneless pork shoulder into small cubes.

Step 6

In a large pan over medium heat, cook the pork until browned and cooked through.

Step 7

Stir in 2 tablespoons of hoisin sauce, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, and 1 tablespoon of sugar.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water. Add this mixture to the pork, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.

Step 9

Add 2 chopped scallions and 2 minced garlic cloves, then remove the pan from heat and let cool.

Step 10

Once the dough has doubled in size, punch it down and knead in 1 teaspoon of baking powder and 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.

Step 11

Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.

Step 12

Flatten each dough ball into a 4-inch circle and place a heaping spoonful of the pork filling in the center.

Step 13

Gather the edges of the dough and pinch them together to seal the filling inside, ensuring the seam is closed tightly.

Step 14

Place the buns seam-side down on parchment paper squares and let them rest for 10 minutes.

Step 15

Steam the buns over boiling water for 15 minutes, ensuring the lid does not touch the buns.

Step 16

Serve hot and enjoy the fluffy, delicious BBQ pork buns.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1190.5 grams (1190.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2831

Total Fat 92.00g	118%
Saturated Fat 25.50g	127%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.40g
Cholesterol 241mg	80%
Sodium 2208mg	96%
Total Carbohydrate 396.70g	144%
Dietary Fiber 15.00g	54%
Total Sugars 73.00g
Protein 102.70g	205%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 156mg	12%
Iron 23mg	130%
Potassium 1672mg	36%

*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: 29.3%

Protein: 14.5%

Carbs: 56.2%