Ingredients
- 1 cup chicken breast, cut into small chunks or shredded
- 2 tablespoons cornflour
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger paste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by cutting into small bite-sized pieces or shredding if pre-cooked.
- In a bowl, mix chicken with cornflour, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add 1 tablespoon water and continue cooking until the chicken is fully cooked and coated in a light, glossy sauce.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly before using as a bao filling.
Notes
- Do not overcook the chicken to keep it tender and juicy.
- Add chili flakes or sauce for a spicy variation.
- Mix in vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for extra texture.
- Use chicken thighs for a juicier result.
- Best served warm inside freshly steamed bao buns.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Filling
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
