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Crispy Bao Buns with Chili Oil
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Crispy Bao Buns with Chili Oil

★★★★★ 4.8 (24 ratings)

A Crispy Bao Buns, rich without ever feeling heavy, and served with Chili Oil.

Prep
26 min
Cook
39 min
Servings
2
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb bao buns
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 cup garlic
  • 3 cloves fresh ginger
  • 1 tsp scallions
  • 1/2 cup toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine
  • to taste fresh herbs, to finish
Method

Step by step

  1. Season the bao buns generously and let it sit while you prep the aromatics.
  2. Build the base: cook the onion, garlic and spices until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the bao buns and cook it through, letting it take on color and soak up the seasoning.
  4. Rest briefly, adjust the salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.
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