5-Min Gua Bao with Crispy Pork Belly
Pillowy steamed buns stuffed with sizzling crispy pork belly, pickled mustard greens, crushed peanuts, and a drizzle of sweet hoisin. Taiwanese street-snack vibes in under 5 minutes.
- Total time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 18g
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Ingredients
- 4 count store-bought gua bao buns (steamed), divided
- 6 oz cooked crispy pork belly (or pancetta), sliced thin
- ¼ cup pickled mustard greens (or pickled radish), chopped
- 3 tbsp roasted peanuts, crushed
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (optional), chopped
Instructions
- 1
Warm the buns in a steamer or microwave for 30 seconds until soft and pliable.
- 2
Spread 0.5 tbsp hoisin inside each bun, coating the bottom half evenly.
- 3
Layer pork belly, pickled greens, and crushed peanuts into each bun.
- 4
Scatter cilantro on top if using, then serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- steamer or microwave
- small spoon or brush
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