25-Min Crispy Char Siu Manapua
Fluffy steamed buns stuffed with sweet-savory char siu pork, finished in the oven until the tops turn golden and crispy. Tastes like a Hawaiian plate lunch, ready in under 30 minutes with store-bought bun dough.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 14g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Mix char siu pork, hoisin, soy sauce, brown sugar, and green onion in a bowl until the filling is glossy and well combined.
Step 2
Divide biscuit dough into 8 equal portions. Flatten each into a 4-inch round, place a spoonful of filling in the center.
Step 3
Fold edges up and pinch the top to seal, creating a pouch shape. Place seam-side down on a parchment-lined sheet pan.
Step 4
Brush the tops with egg yolk and sprinkle sesame seeds if using.
Step 5
Bake at 400°F for 12–14 minutes until the tops are golden brown and the buns look puffy.
Step 6
Serve hot. The buns will stay tender inside with a crispy, glossy crust on top.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- sheet pan
- parchment paper
- oven (preheated to 400°F)
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