Gua Bao Recipe

Name: Gua Bao Recipe
Total time: 180 min
Yield: 10
Cuisine: British

Recipe By Slurrp

Gua Bao, also known as Taiwanese steamed buns, is a popular street food in Taiwan. These soft and fluffy buns are filled with tender braised pork belly, pickled vegetables, and a variety of condiments, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Gua Bao is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a snack, appetizer, or even a main course. It is a must-try for anyone who wants to experience the vibrant street food culture of Taiwan.

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3hr total

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Ingredients For Gua Bao Recipe

as needed For The Buns
2 cup All Purpose Flour
0.5 cup Warm Water
1 teaspoon Instant Yeast
1 tablespoon Sugar
0.5 teaspoon Salt
as needed For The Filling
500 gram Pork Belly, Sliced
0.25 cup Soy Sauce
0.25 cup Rice Wine
2 tablespoon Hoisin Sauce
as required Pickled Vegetables
as per your need Condiments

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Directions : Gua Bao Recipe

Cooking Directions

STEP 1.Prepare the dough for the buns and let it rise until it doubles in size.
STEP 2.Braise the pork belly until it is tender and flavorful.
STEP 3.Assemble the Gua Bao by spreading hoisin sauce on the bun, adding the pork belly, pickled vegetables, and other condiments.

Cooking Tips

Make sure to knead the dough well to develop gluten and achieve a soft and fluffy texture.
For the pickled vegetables, you can use a variety of options like cucumber, radish, or carrot.
Serve the Gua Bao immediately after assembling to enjoy the softness of the bun and the freshness of the fillings.

Storage and Serving

Store any leftover buns in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Reheat the buns by steaming them for a few minutes before serving.
Garnish the Gua Bao with chopped scallions and crushed peanuts for added flavor and texture.

Nutrition
value

182

calories per serving

7 g Fat9 g Protein21 g Carbs9 g FiberOther

Current Totals

7 g Fat
9 g Protein
21 g Carbs
9 g Fiber

MacroNutrients

Carbs
21 g
Protein
9 g
Fiber
9 g

Fats

Fat
7 g

Vitamins & Minerals

Calcium
184 mg
Iron
3 mg
Vitamin A
25 mcg
Vitamin B1
0 mg
Vitamin B2
0 mg
Vitamin B3
1 mg
Vitamin B6
0 mg
Vitamin B9
34 mcg
Vitamin B12
0 mcg
Vitamin C
14 mg
Vitamin E
1 mg
Copper
1 mcg
Magnesium
48 mg
Manganese
5 mg
Phosphorus
107 mg
Selenium
18 mcg
Zinc
1 mg

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment

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