Dairy-Free Chicken Pau
Indulge in the comforting delight of these Dairy-Free Chicken Pau, a healthier twist on the classic Asian steamed buns. Featuring a light, fluffy dough made without any dairy ingredients and a savory filling of minced chicken seasoned with soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil, these paus are packed with irresistible umami flavor. Perfect for those with dietary restrictions or anyone seeking a flavorful, satisfying snack or meal, these buns are steamed to perfection, resulting in a soft, pillowy texture. With just 90 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes to steam, this recipe is approachable yet impressive. Serve them warm for a crowd-pleasing addition to any gathering, or enjoy them as a delicious grab-and-go lunch. Ideal for family meals, meal prepping, or holidays, these Dairy-Free Chicken Pau are guaranteed to become a favorite in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams all-purpose flour
- 7 grams instant yeast
- 25 grams sugar
- 180 ml warm water
- 25 ml vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 250 grams chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 stalks green onion
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and sugar.
Add the warm water and vegetable oil to the dry ingredients, and mix until a dough forms.
Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. Mince the chicken breast and place it in a bowl.
Add soy sauce, minced ginger, minced garlic, sesame oil, finely chopped green onion, and black pepper to the chicken. Mix well to combine.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release excess air and divide it into 8 equal portions.
Roll each portion into a ball, then flatten it into a disc using a rolling pin, about 10 cm in diameter.
Place a tablespoon of chicken filling in the center of each disc, gather the edges of the dough, and pinch to seal, forming a bun.
Place each bun on a small piece of parchment paper, seam side down.
Set up a steamer with boiling water and carefully place the buns in the steamer basket, leaving space between each bun.
Steam the buns over medium high heat for about 15-20 minutes.
Remove the buns from the steamer and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1926 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.5 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.8 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 21.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 215 mg | 72% | |
| Sodium | 4345 mg | 189% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 263.2 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.6 g | ||
| Protein | 107.9 g | 216% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 121 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 1346 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
