Charred Pork Pepper Buns with Sesame
Fluffy steamed buns filled with seasoned ground pork, topped with sesame and flash-charred for crispy edges. Serve with fresh lettuce and tomatoes for a light, handheld snack.
- Total time
- 12 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 14g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat a skillet over medium-high. Brown ground pork, breaking it up with a spoon, until no pink remains.
Step 2
Stir in soy sauce and white pepper. Toss until fragrant, about 30 seconds, then remove from heat.
Step 3
Slice buns in half horizontally. Fill each with a spoonful of cooked pork.
Step 4
Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of each filled bun. Press gently to adhere.
Step 5
Return skillet to medium-high heat. Sear buns sesame-side down until golden and crispy, about 90 seconds.
Step 6
Serve warm with fresh lettuce and cherry tomatoes on the side.
Tools you’ll need
- medium skillet
- wooden spoon
- cutting board and knife
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