Tea Smoked Chicken Bao

Tea Smoked Chicken Bao is a delightful fusion of tender, smoky chicken nestled in soft, fluffy bao buns, offering a unique twist on the traditional Chinese burger. This dish is not only delicious but also packed with flavor, making it a perfect choice for a healthy meal.

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs - 300 grams
• Green tea leaves - 2 tablespoons
• Jasmine rice - 2 tablespoons
• Brown sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Bao buns - 4 pieces
• Cucumber - 50 grams, thinly sliced
• Coriander leaves - a handful, for garnish
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and a pinch of salt. Add the chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
2. Prepare the smoking mixture by combining green tea leaves, jasmine rice, and brown sugar in a small bowl.
3. In a wok or deep pan, place a steaming rack above the smoking mixture and heat on medium-high until it starts to smoke.
4. Place the marinated chicken on the rack, cover with a lid, and smoke the chicken for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
5. While the chicken is smoking, steam the bao buns according to package instructions.
6. Once the chicken is done, remove it from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes, then slice it into strips.
7. Assemble the bao by placing smoked chicken strips in the steamed buns, topped with cucumber slices and coriander leaves.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy Tea Smoked Chicken Bao!

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, supporting muscle health.
• Contains antioxidants from green tea, which may help reduce inflammation.

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