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Korean Chicken Bao: An Incredible 7-Step Recipe


  • Author: Luna
  • Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 pound boneless chicken thighs
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean chili paste)
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– 1 tablespoon honey
– 1 teaspoon minced garlic
– 1 teaspoon minced ginger
– 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
– 8-10 bao buns
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish
– Sliced green onions, for garnish
– Sesame seeds, for garnish


Instructions

Creating Korean Chicken Bao at home is simple with these easy-to-follow steps:

1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, gochujang, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, minced ginger, and rice vinegar. Add the chicken thighs and let them marinate for at least 20 minutes.

2. Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a little oil. Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and caramelized.

3. Shred the Chicken: Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before shredding it into bite-sized pieces.

4. Prepare the Bao Buns: Follow package instructions or steam the bao buns in a steamer basket for about 8-10 minutes until they are fluffy and warm.

5. Assemble the Bao: Once the buns are ready, open them gently and fill each with shredded chicken.

6. Add Garnishes: Top each filled bao with fresh cilantro, sliced green onions, and a sprinkling of sesame seeds for extra flavor and crunch.

7. Serve: Arrange the Korean Chicken Bao on a serving platter, ready for your family or friends to enjoy!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Fat: 10g
  • Protein: 25g