Chuan Wei Bao

Chuan Wei Bao is a delightful dairy-free Chinese burger featuring a flavorful marinated veggie patty, served in a soft steamed bun. This dish blends traditional flavors with a modern twist, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 100g firm tofu, crumbled
• 50g shiitake mushrooms, finely chopped
• 50g carrot, grated
• 2 green onions, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 whole grain steamed buns
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine crumbled tofu, chopped shiitake mushrooms, grated carrot, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Mix well to form a patty mixture.
2. Divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape them into patties.
3. Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
4. While the patties are cooking, steam the whole grain buns for about 5 minutes until they are warm and soft.
5. To assemble, spread hoisin sauce on the bottom half of each bun, place a cooked patty on top, and garnish with fresh cilantro.
6. Top with the other half of the bun, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from tofu and mushrooms.
• High in fiber from whole grain buns and vegetables.

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