Spicy Chicken Bao

Spicy Chicken Bao is a delightful twist on traditional bao buns, featuring marinated chicken thighs infused with bold spices and served in soft, fluffy buns. This dish is perfect for a quick meal that packs a punch of flavor.

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs - 300 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sriracha - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Honey - 1 teaspoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions - 2, sliced
• Cabbage - 100 grams, shredded
• Bao buns - 4 pieces
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, Sriracha, minced garlic, grated ginger, honey, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken thighs and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown.
4. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into strips.
5. In the same skillet, lightly sauté the shredded cabbage for 2-3 minutes until slightly wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Steam the bao buns according to package instructions until soft and fluffy, usually about 5-7 minutes.
7. To assemble, place a generous amount of sautéed cabbage in each bao bun, followed by sliced chicken and topped with sliced green onions.
8. Serve warm and enjoy your Spicy Chicken Bao!

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 1100 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which helps in muscle repair and growth.
• Contains garlic and ginger, known for their anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

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