Honey Chicken Bao

Baozi or simply Bao is a type of steamed bun that is widely popular in China. In the modern day, we can see bao buns spread out everywhere. Today we are going to catch that trend with our own interpretation. Keen?

Honey Chicken Bao

• Bao Buns 8

• Chicken Thigh Fillet 1 kg

• Marinade Sauce

• Light Soy Sauce 2tbsp

• Teriyaki Sauce 2 tbsp

• Oyster Sauce 2 tbsp

• Sugar 1 ½ tbsp

Brushing

• Honey

• Sesame seed

• Soybean Paste Medium Hot

• Filling with your choice of vegetables

How to make

• Start by marinating chicken thigh fillet in the marinade sauce consisting of light soy sauce, teriyaki sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar. Leave it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.

• Steam the bao buns as per the instructions on the package.

• Heat a pan and add the marinated chicken. Cook until fully cooked and tender, then set aside.

• Assemble the bao buns by spreading a spoonful of soybean paste medium hot onto the bun and then add the cooked chicken and vegetables of your choice.

• Brush the top of the bao buns with honey and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

• Serve immediately and enjoy the taste of the tender and juicy chicken with the sweet and savory bao buns!

As always, all of my recipes are loosely based on my personal taste. You are free to create your own flavour that suits you.