Spicy Vegan 'Chicken' Bao

Image of a street food setting with a wooden table holding steamed bao buns filled with vegan chicken, vegetables, and garnished with herbs, showcasing vibrant colors and textures.
Spicy Vegan 'Chicken' Bao

Introduction

Dive into the vibrant world of street food with this delightful vegan twist on a classic Asian snack. Inspired by the bustling street markets of Asia, this recipe for Spicy Vegan 'Chicken' Bao captures the essence of traditional flavors, all wrapped in a fluffy, steamed bun.

Ingredients

  • 4 vegan bao buns\n- 200g vegan chicken strips\n- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil\n- 2 teaspoons soy sauce\n- 1 teaspoon chili sauce\n- 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced\n- 1 carrot, julienned\n- 2 spring onions, finely chopped\n- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce\n- Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat.\n2. Add the vegan chicken strips and sauté until they begin to brown.\n3. Stir in soy sauce and chili sauce, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.\n4. Steam the bao buns according to package instructions.\n5. Open the steamed buns and spread a thin layer of hoisin sauce inside each.\n6. Fill each bun with cooked vegan chicken, cucumber, carrot, and spring onions.\n7. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve warm.

Enjoy this delicious and comforting bao bun, a perfect representation of street food with a vegan twist. It's sure to bring a touch of warmth and excitement to your meals, whether shared with friends or enjoyed as a delightful snack!

Hiroshi

Additional Information
NutritionfactsCalories: 300, Fat: 9g, Carbohydrates: 44g, Protein: 12g 
Preparation Time30 minutes 
Allergy Informationsoy, gluten