Paleo Toasted Siopao
Delight your taste buds with this Paleo Toasted Siopao recipe, a wholesome twist on a classic Filipino favorite! These golden, skillet-toasted buns are made with a fragrant blend of almond, tapioca, and coconut flours, ensuring a grain-free and gluten-free base perfect for Paleo enthusiasts. Filled with savory shredded chicken infused with coconut aminos, garlic, and green onions, every bite offers a flavorful explosion of umami. Sweetened naturally with honey and cooked to perfection in avocado oil, these buns boast a balance of healthful ingredients and hearty flavors. Simple to prepare and ready in under an hour, Paleo Toasted Siopao makes for an irresistible snack, appetizer, or anytime meal that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1 cup tapioca flour
- 1 tablespoon coconut flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder (Paleo-friendly)
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 cup coconut milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped
- 1 teaspoon arrowroot starch (optional, for thickening filling)
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, tapioca flour, coconut flour, baking powder, and sea salt. Mix well.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, egg, honey, and melted coconut oil until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until a soft dough forms. Cover and set aside to rest while preparing the filling.
Heat avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Stir in the shredded chicken, coconut aminos, and green onions. Cook for 2–3 minutes, ensuring the chicken is well-coated with the sauce. If using arrowroot starch, dissolve it with 1 tablespoon of water, then stir into the chicken mixture to thicken. Remove from heat and let the filling cool slightly.
Divide the dough into 6 even portions. Flatten each portion into a circle, about 4 inches in diameter. Place 1–2 tablespoons of the chicken filling in the center of each circle.
Carefully bring the edges of the dough together and pinch to seal, forming a bun. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
Preheat a skillet or griddle over low heat. Lightly grease with avocado oil.
Place the siopao buns seam-side down on the skillet. Toast them for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown on both sides and cooked through. Cover the skillet with a lid to ensure even cooking.
Serve warm and enjoy your Paleo Toasted Siopao as a snack or meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2571 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.8 g | 198% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.0 g | 185% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 422 mg | 141% | |
| Sodium | 2511 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.4 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.6 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.0 g | ||
| Protein | 124.6 g | 249% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 536 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 954 mg | 20% | |
*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.
