Bao Buns
Savor the delightful flavors of these bao buns made with a fusion of delicious ingredients. Soft lotus buns surround your choice of traditional or plant-based sous vide protein covered in our tangy Asian-style BBQ sauce. Add a refreshing note of acidity and coolness with a combination of zesty minute pickles and crunchy cucumbers. Topping off these delectable buns are candied peanuts or cashews, offering a delightful crunch and sweetness. For those who enjoy a bit of spice, a sprinkle of optional cinnamon or chili powder can be added. Garnished with chopped scallions and microgreens, these bao buns deliver a delectable blend of flavors and textures.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4-6
INGREDIENTS
Minute Pickles
- Cucumbers
- Mae Ploy Sweet Chili Sauce
- Rice vinegar
Candied Nuts
- 2 cups of toasted peanuts or cashews
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1/3 cup of water
- Sea salt to taste
- Cinnamon or chili powder to taste (optional)
Bao Buns
- Lotus Bun
- Asian BBQ Sauce
- Your choice of Cuisine Solutions protein
- Chopped scallions
- Microgreens
Sous Vide Proteins
Preparation
Minute Pickles
- 1. Mix equal parts chili sauce and rice vinegar
- 2. Fully submerge cucumbers and let marinate for 30 minutes
Candied Nuts
- 1. Mix nuts with sugar and water
- 2. Heat until crystalized, stirring continuously
- 3. Sprinkle with salt/optional seasoning and let cool
Bao Buns
- 1. Steam Lotus Buns
- 2. Heat BBQ Sauce
- 3. Sear your protein of choice before coating in sauce and roasting in oven or cooking in turbochef
- 4. Assemble Bao bun and top with pickles, candied nuts, scallions, and microgreens
