Low Fat Chicken Pau
Discover the perfect balance of health and indulgence with this Low Fat Chicken Pau recipe—a lighter twist on a favorite Chinese steamed bun. Made with tender, skinless chicken breast and flavored with aromatic ginger, garlic, and green onions, the savory filling is wrapped in a handmade, fluffy dough crafted from all-purpose flour and instant yeast. This low-fat, low-sodium recipe is a wholesome option for those seeking a guilt-free comfort food. Steamed to perfection, these chicken pau buns are soft, flavorful, and ready in just under an hour and a half. Serve them warm as a delicious snack, appetizer, or light meal that’s ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Perfect for anyone looking to enjoy healthy yet satisfying Asian-inspired cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 g Skinless chicken breast
- 2 tbsp Low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp Ginger, grated
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch
- 1 tbsp Water
- 250 g All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Instant yeast
- 1 tbsp Sugar
- 150 ml Warm water
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
Begin by preparing the dough. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
Add warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients, mixing with a wooden spoon until a dough forms.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
While the dough rises, prepare the filling. Finely chop the chicken breast into small pieces.
In a bowl, combine chopped chicken, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, sliced green onions, cornstarch, and 1 tablespoon of water, mixing well to coat the chicken evenly.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide into 10 equal portions.
Roll each portion into a ball and flatten it into a circle of about 10 cm in diameter.
Place a spoonful of chicken filling in the center of each dough circle. Gather the edges and twist to seal tightly.
Place each filled bun on a parchment paper square to prevent sticking.
Arrange the buns in a steamer, ensuring they have space to expand, and cover.
Steam over boiling water for about 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the buns are fluffy.
Remove from the steamer and serve warm. Enjoy your low-fat chicken pau!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1491 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.7 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 164 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 2490 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 218.3 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.1 g | ||
| Protein | 92.0 g | 184% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 97 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 526 mg | 11% | |
*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.
