Gluten-Free Pork Bao
Discover the savory delight of Gluten-Free Pork Bao, where fluffy, tender steamed buns meet a flavorful pork filling that’s rich with garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Perfect for those avoiding gluten, this recipe uses gluten-free all-purpose flour and a touch of cornstarch for a perfectly soft texture, while the juicy filling combines ground pork, green onions, and a hint of umami from gluten-free soy sauce. Ideal for a crowd-pleasing snack, appetizer, or light meal, these handmade bao are steamed to perfection and pair beautifully with a simple dipping sauce or salad. Ready in under two hours, including prep and rise time, these bao are the ultimate feast for anyone craving a classic comfort food—gluten-free and sensationally delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 packet Active dry yeast
- 1 cup Warm water
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons Gluten-free soy sauce
- 1 pound Ground pork
- 4 stalks Green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
- 1 medium Carrot, grated
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a small bowl, dissolve 1 tablespoon of sugar and the yeast in warm water. Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes or until frothy.
In a large bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, remaining sugar, and baking powder.
Add the yeast mixture and 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
While the dough is rising, prepare the pork filling. In a pan, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger; sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add ground pork to the pan, cook until browned and fully cooked through, breaking it apart with a spatula, for about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in gluten-free soy sauce, sesame oil, green onions, grated carrot, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes. Then sprinkle the cornstarch over the mixture and stir to incorporate. Remove from heat.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 12 equal pieces.
Flatten each piece into a small disk. Add a spoonful of the pork filling into the center of each disk. Fold the edges of the dough around the filling and pinch to seal the bao.
Place each bao on a small square of parchment paper. Let the filled baos rest for 15 minutes.
Set up a steaming setup: Fill a pot with water and bring it to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Arrange the baos in a steamer basket, ensuring they do not touch.
Steam the baos for about 15 minutes over medium heat. Carefully remove the lid to prevent water droplets from falling onto the baos.
Serve warm, enjoy the gluten-free pork baos with a side of dipping sauce or a light salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2831 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 138.2 g | 177% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.2 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 408 mg | 136% | |
| Sodium | 5193 mg | 226% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 268.7 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.0 g | ||
| Protein | 130.4 g | 261% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 711 mg | 15% | |
*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.
