Gua Bao

Gua Bao, also known as Taiwanese pork belly buns, is a delightful Halal breakfast dish featuring soft, fluffy steamed buns filled with savory marinated chicken and fresh toppings. This dish offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a satisfying start to the day.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 200 grams
• Active dry yeast - 5 grams
• Sugar - 10 grams
• Warm water - 120 ml
• Salt - 2 grams
• Cooking oil - 10 ml
• Boneless chicken thighs - 300 grams
• Soy sauce - 30 ml
• Oyster sauce - 15 ml
• Five spice powder - 5 grams
• Ginger, minced - 5 grams
• Garlic, minced - 5 grams
• Cucumber, julienned - 50 grams
• Fresh cilantro - 20 grams
• Peanut powder - 10 grams

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
2. In another bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and oil. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 10 minutes until smooth. Place it in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. While the dough is rising, prepare the chicken. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, five spice powder, ginger, and garlic. Add chicken thighs, coat well, and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
5. In a pan over medium heat, cook the marinated chicken for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked and tender. Remove from heat and let it rest before slicing.
6. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 4 equal pieces. Shape each piece into an oval and place on parchment paper. Cover and let rise for another 20 minutes.
7. Steam the buns in a steamer for 10-12 minutes until fluffy and cooked through.
8. To assemble, slice each bun open, add a portion of sliced chicken, top with cucumber, cilantro, and a sprinkle of peanut powder.
9. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious Gua Bao!

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a good source of protein from chicken.
• Includes fresh vegetables, adding vitamins and minerals.

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