Thai Pork Buns
Soft and fluffy Thai-style buns filled with sweet and savory pork, perfect for a quick snack or meal.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Australian pork shoulder
- ●2 cups Fluffy bread flour
- ●1/2 cup Sweet coconut milk
- ●2 teaspoons Bake yeast
- ●1 teaspoon Salt
- ●1 tablespoon Sugar
- ●1/4 cup Vegetable oil
- ●1/4 cup Green onions
- ●1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
- ●2 tablespoons Thai red chili sauce
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine yeast and sugar. Add in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and sesame seeds. Add in yeast mixture, coconut milk, and vegetable oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the dough for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour until doubled in size.
- 4
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 5
Punch down the dough and divide into 8 equal pieces. Roll out each piece into a ball and flatten slightly into a disk.
- 6
Place a tablespoon of pork filling in the center of each disk. Fold the dough over the filling and press the edges together to seal.
- 7
Place the buns on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each bun.
- 8
Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- 9
Brush the tops with Thai red chili sauce and sprinkle with green onions.