How many calories are in Cha siu bao?
Cha siu bao has about 400 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.
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Cha siu bao
Cha siu bao is a breakfast chinese recipe with 400 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.
Calories
400 kcal
Total Time
120 min
Servings
1
Protein
15 g
Ingredients
- For the dough: All-purpose flour, yeast, sugar, waterAs needed
- For the filling: 1 cup diced char siu (Chinese BBQ pork)As needed
- hoisin sauce2 tbsp
- oyster sauce1 tbsp
- sugar1 tbsp
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
Prepare the dough for the buns, which can be either steamed (fluffy white) or baked (golden brown).
- 2
Step 2
For the filling, dice Chinese BBQ pork (char siu) and cook it in a sweet and savory sauce made from hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar.
- 3
Step 3
Fill the dough with the cooled char siu filling and seal the buns.
- 4
Step 4
If steaming, let the buns rise before steaming them for about 15 minutes.
- 5
Step 5
If baking, brush with an egg wash and bake until golden brown.
Nutrition Snapshot
Macros and micros at a glance
Calories
400
Protein
15g
Carbs
55g
Fat
15g
Fiber
2g
Micronutrients
Iron
2.5 mg
Zinc
2 mg
Sodium
700 mg
Calcium
50 mg
Folate
80 mcg
Magnesium
20 mg
Potassium
250 mg
Vitamin C
1 mg
Vitamin A
15 mcg
Vitamin B12
0.4 mcg
Diet and Allergen Guide
Vegetarian
No
Vegan
No
Gluten Free
No
Dairy Free
No
Allergens
Gluten
Meal Prep and Storage
Make it easier to prep ahead
Cha siu bao can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for a short breakfast prep window. Reheat gently or serve cold depending on the recipe style.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cha siu bao
Is Cha siu bao suitable for vegetarians?
No. Cha siu bao is not vegetarian as written because it includes For the filling: 1 cup diced char siu (Chinese BBQ pork).
Is Cha siu bao gluten-free?
Cha siu bao is not reliably gluten-free as written because it includes For the dough: All-purpose flour, yeast, sugar, water. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.
Are there any allergen ingredients in Cha siu bao?
Yes. This recipe includes Gluten. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.
Can I make Cha siu bao ahead of time?
Cha siu bao can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for a short breakfast prep window. Reheat gently or serve cold depending on the recipe style.
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