Crispy Pork Bao
Fluffy steamed buns stuffed with crispy ground pork, pickled vegetables, and creamy mayo. A TikTok-viral street food that's ready in 20 minutes using store-bought buns.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 24g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Add ground pork and brown, breaking up with a spoon, until no pink remains, ~6 minutes.
Step 2
Stir in hoisin sauce until the meat is glossy and coats evenly. Cook 1 minute more, then remove from heat.
Step 3
Warm bao buns in a microwave (30 seconds wrapped in a damp towel) or steam them per package directions.
Step 4
Spread a thin layer of mayo inside each warm bun. Divide the pork mixture equally between them.
Step 5
Top each bun with pickled vegetables and green onions. Serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- 10-inch skillet
- wooden spoon
- microwave or steamer basket
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