Vegan BBQ Bao Buns

• vegan
• asian-bbq
• bao-buns
• fingerfood
• Emily

Introduction

Welcome to a culinary delight where East meets West in a finger-licking vegan dish. Today, we're crafting a recipe that combines the smoky, umami-rich flavors of Asian BBQ with the comforting, familiar textures of American street food. Get ready to indulge in Vegan BBQ Bao Buns, a deliciously unique bite-sized treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 1 cup jackfruit, canned and drained
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 cup shredded vegan cheese
• 12 pre-made bao bun wrappers
• 2 tablespoons chopped spring onions for garnish
• Extra hoisin sauce for dipping

Instructions

1. Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
2. Add the drained jackfruit, breaking it apart to mimic pulled pork. Cook for 5 minutes.
3. Stir in hoisin sauce, soy sauce, maple syrup, and smoked paprika. Cook until the mixture is thick and flavorful, about 7 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Mix in the shredded vegan cheese.
5. Take each bao bun wrapper and spoon in a portion of the jackfruit mixture. Fold and seal the buns.
6. Steam the buns in a bamboo steamer for about 12 minutes until puffy and cooked through.
7. Garnish with chopped spring onions and serve with extra hoisin sauce for dipping.

Enjoy your Vegan BBQ Bao Buns as a standout snack or a delightful addition to any meal. Their savory filling, soft, pillowy texture, and bold flavors are sure to impress both vegan foodies and BBQ enthusiasts alike. Here's to a dish that's as fun to make as it is to eat!

Emily

Additional Information

Nutritionfacts	Calories: 150 per bun, Fat: 4g, Carbs: 20g, Protein: 6g
Preparation Time	45 minutes
Allergy Information	soy, gluten, sesame