Hom Bao Filling

Perfectly savory and irresistibly aromatic, this classic Hom Bao Filling is the ultimate star of homemade bao buns. Bursting with flavors of tender ground pork, caramelized onions, and an umami-packed blend of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and hoisin, this filling delivers authentic Chinese-inspired taste in every bite. Infused with garlic, ginger, and a touch of Shaoxing wine, the mixture is thickened with a cornstarch slurry, ensuring a luscious, scoopable texture ideal for stuffing into pillowy bao dough. Finished with vibrant green onions and a drizzle of sesame oil, this easy-to-make filling comes together in under 30 minutes and is perfect for creating restaurant-quality steamed buns at home. Whether you’re crafting a traditional dim sum feast or a delicious snack, this Hom Bao Filling is guaranteed to delight your taste buds and impress your palate.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground pork
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon Hoisin sauce
• 2 teaspoons Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 stalks Green onions, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Neutral cooking oil (e.g., vegetable or canola oil)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water together to create a slurry. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat the neutral cooking oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the finely diced yellow onion to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the ground pork to the skillet and cook until it is no longer pink, breaking it apart into small pieces with a wooden spoon.

Step 6

Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, Shaoxing wine, sugar, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly coat the pork in the sauces.

Step 7

Pour the cornstarch slurry into the skillet and stir continuously until the mixture thickens slightly, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the finely chopped green onions.

Step 9

Let the filling cool to room temperature before using it as a filling for bao buns. The mixture should be thick and easy to scoop into the dough.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	857.4 grams (857.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2057

Total Fat 147.10g	189%
Saturated Fat 43.60g	218%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.00g
Cholesterol 451mg	150%
Sodium 2174mg	95%
Total Carbohydrate 42.40g	15%
Dietary Fiber 4.70g	17%
Total Sugars 16.10g
Protein 135.10g	270%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 230mg	18%
Iron 6mg	36%
Potassium 496mg	11%

*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: 65.1%

Protein: 26.6%

Carbs: 8.3%