Five-Spice Chicken Buns

Five-Spice Chicken Buns are fluffy, savory buns filled with aromatic chicken seasoned with Chinese five-spice powder, offering a delightful blend of flavors in every bite. Perfect for a light meal or snack, these buns are both satisfying and easy to make.

Ingredients

• all-purpose flour - 250 grams
• active dry yeast - 5 grams
• sugar - 10 grams
• warm water - 150 ml
• salt - 5 grams
• vegetable oil - 15 ml
• chicken breast - 200 grams, finely chopped
• five-spice powder - 5 grams
• soy sauce - 15 ml
• ginger, grated - 5 grams
• garlic, minced - 5 grams
• green onions, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• sesame oil - 5 ml

Steps

1. In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and vegetable oil. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. In the meantime, prepare the filling by mixing the chopped chicken, five-spice powder, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, green onions, and sesame oil in a bowl. Set aside.
5. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and flatten it into a disk.
6. Place about 1 tablespoon of the chicken filling in the center of each disk. Carefully fold the edges over the filling and pinch to seal, forming a bun.
7. Place the buns seam side down on a parchment-lined baking tray. Cover with a cloth and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
8. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake the buns for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains ginger and garlic, which have anti-inflammatory properties.

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