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Savory BBQ Pork Buns Recipe Easy Homemade Sticky Sweet Glaze

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These savory BBQ pork buns feature tender pork shoulder wrapped in pillowy soft dough and coated with a sticky sweet glaze, perfect for any occasion and easy to make in under 90 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast (one packet)
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 cup (240ml) warm water
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 lb (450g) pork shoulder or pork butt, finely chopped or shredded
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup (120ml) BBQ sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced (optional)
  • 3 tbsp honey (for glaze)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce (for glaze)
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp water (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine 3 cups all-purpose flour, 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast, 2 tbsp sugar, and ½ tsp salt. Add 1 cup warm water and 2 tbsp vegetable oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  2. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  3. While dough rises, heat a skillet over medium heat with a little oil. Sauté 1 small chopped onion and 2 minced garlic cloves for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. Add 1 lb finely chopped/shredded pork shoulder, ½ cup BBQ sauce, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp minced fresh ginger (optional). Cook for 10-12 minutes until heated through and flavors meld. Drain excess liquid if needed.
  5. Punch down the risen dough and divide into 12 equal portions (~2 oz each). Roll each into a ball, then flatten into a 4-inch circle on a floured surface.
  6. Place about 2 tablespoons of BBQ pork filling in the center of each dough circle. Gather edges and pinch to seal tightly. Place seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Cover buns loosely with a damp cloth and let rise for 20 minutes while preheating oven to 375°F (190°C).
  8. Bake buns for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and springy to the touch.
  9. While baking, combine 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 2 tbsp water in a small saucepan. Heat gently, stirring until sugar dissolves and glaze thickens slightly.
  10. Remove buns from oven and brush generously with the sticky sweet glaze while warm. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Use warm water (like bath water) to activate yeast properly. Pinch buns tightly to avoid leaks. Brush glaze on warm buns for best sticky shine. Dough can be prepared ahead and refrigerated overnight. Substitute almond flour and tamari for gluten-free version. Use shredded jackfruit or mushrooms for vegetarian alternative. Steaming instead of baking yields softer buns.

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