Chilli Chicken Bao Buns

Ingredients:

For Steamed Bao Buns:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 cup warm water
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

For Chilli Chicken Filling:

• 1 cup chicken breast, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 cup bell peppers, thinly sliced
• 1 cup onions, thinly sliced
• Green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Preparation:

Step 1: Prepare Steamed Bao Buns:

• In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and baking powder. Add the yeast mixture and vegetable oil. Knead the dough until smooth. Cover and let it rise for 1-2 hours.
• Divide the dough into small portions and roll each into a ball. Flatten each ball into an oval shape. Place a small piece of parchment paper under each flattened dough. Fold each in half to form a bun shape. Steam the buns for 12-15 minutes until puffed and cooked.

Step 2: Prepare Chilli Chicken Filling:

• Marinate sliced chicken with soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, and chili garlic sauce. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
• In a pan, heat sesame oil and vegetable oil. Add minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté until fragrant.
• Add marinated chicken and cook until browned. Add sliced bell peppers and onions. Stir-fry until vegetables are tender.
• Garnish with chopped green onions.

Step 3: Assemble Bao Buns:

• Open each steamed bun and fill it with a generous portion of chilli chicken filling.

Step 4: Garnish and Serve:

• Garnish with additional chopped green onions.
• Serve the Chilli Chicken Bao Buns hot and enjoy the delicious combination of soft buns and spicy chicken filling.

Experience the delightful combination of soft bao buns and flavorful chilli chicken with this fusion recipe that brings together the best of Chinese and Taiwanese cuisine.