15-Min Char Siu Pork Buns
Fluffy store-bought buns stuffed with sticky-sweet BBQ pork and topped with a crispy, caramelized crust. A snack that tastes like it took hours but comes together in minutes.
- Total time
- 12 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 28g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Stir hoisin and honey into the shredded pork until glossy and coated.
Step 2
Mix flour and water into a thick paste. Slice buns in half horizontally and brush paste on the top half only.
Step 3
Heat oil in a skillet over medium. Place buns paste-side down and toast 2–3 minutes until golden and crispy.
Step 4
Fill each bun bottom with a generous spoonful of char siu pork. Sandwich with the crispy toasted top.
Step 5
Serve immediately while the topping is still warm and crunchy.
Tools you’ll need
- small mixing bowl
- 12-inch non-stick skillet or cast iron
- spoon or spatula
- small spoon or spreader
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