Vegan BBQ Pork Buns
Satisfy your craving for fluffy, savory-filled buns with these Vegan BBQ Pork Buns, a plant-based twist on a comfort food classic! Featuring tender young jackfruit cooked to perfection in a smoky-sweet blend of soy sauce, hoisin, brown sugar, and spices, these buns deliver all the bold flavors of traditional BBQ pork without the meat. The homemade dough, soft and pillowy, is made simple with pantry staples like all-purpose flour and instant yeast, then steamed to perfection for that signature bun texture. Ready in under two hours, these cruelty-free bites are perfect for meal prep, party platters, or a hearty snack. Packed with flavor and entirely vegan, these buns are a must-try for plant-based food lovers and anyone seeking a unique, delicious treat! Keywords: vegan BBQ pork buns, jackfruit recipes, plant-based comfort food, homemade steamed buns, vegan appetizer.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cans canned young jackfruit in brine
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2.5 teaspoons instant yeast
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1.25 cups warm water
- 0.5 cup plant-based milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
Drain and rinse the jackfruit, then pat dry. Shred the pieces with your fingers, removing any seed pods and hard cores.
In a large bowl, mix the jackfruit, soy sauce, brown sugar, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.
Heat the sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the jackfruit mixture and sauté for about 10 minutes or until the jackfruit begins to caramelize and take on a deeper color. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, instant yeast, and sugar. Make a well in the center.
In a separate bowl, combine the warm water, plant-based milk, and vegetable oil.
Pour the wet ingredients into the well of the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough begins to form.
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a well-oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal portions.
Roll each portion into a ball, then flatten each ball into a disc about 4 inches in diameter.
Place about 2 tablespoons of the jackfruit filling in the center of each disc. Gather the edges of the dough around the filling and pinch to seal, forming a bun.
Place each bun seam side down on a piece of parchment paper in a steamer basket. Leave some space between buns.
Steam the buns over simmering water for 12-15 minutes, or until they are firm and cooked through.
Serve warm. Enjoy your Vegan BBQ Pork Buns!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2665 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.7 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 23.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4208 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 488.3 g | 178% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.9 g | 121% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.3 g | ||
| Protein | 65.2 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 459 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 26.6 mg | 148% | |
| Potassium | 2552 mg | 54% | |
*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.
