Shrimp bao buns

Though they are a bit involved up front, they are well worth it. Here's the other super rad thing you must understand about steam buns - the recipe makes a huge number and they freeze perfectly. What this means is that yes, you'll invest a few hours on a single weekend, but then end up with a super quick, insanely delicious meal for many more future nights.

Everything in a bao bun tastes better in my humble opinion. And this recipe for sticky Korean fried shrimp bao is a real crowdpleaser, especially if you’re making the buns from scratch. Tender yet crispy prawns, fresh lettuce and a smoky, spicy sauce… pretty epic.

The first time I tried this shrimp katsu bao bun was in a Japanese ramen shop in Astoria, Queens. The flavor profile reminded me of fish & chips with tartar sauce or McDonald’s filet-o-fish! So…

Our perfectly grilled shrimp have a clean, sweet shrimp flavor with a nicely charred crust and a plump, juicy texture. We pop them into tender steamed Chinese buns with crunchy toppings, like shredded cabbage and quick homemade pickles, along with a spicy and creamy sriracha mayonnaise. Homemade dim sum!

with sweet and spicy sauce

Shrimp Bao Bun - Jecca Chantilly

Our perfectly grilled shrimp are even better when stuffed into steamed Chinese buns with crunchy shredded cabbage and pickles, plus a spicy and creamy sriracha mayonnaise.

Before we get on with the recipe I want to show you guys something. This is what I’ve been wearing for the past few years: Nothing much on it, just my name and student number. And yesterday I finally got the chance to pick up the upgrades (intern ID and a rather painful vaccination and booster to follow suit). Nothing significantly different, but the name is clearer now and instead of the student number, there’s Dokter Muda, or intern. Oh and the hospital logo patch on the left pocket. The…

Though they are a bit involved up front, they are well worth it. Here's the other super rad thing you must understand about steam buns - the recipe makes a huge number and they freeze perfectly. What this means is that yes, you'll invest a few hours on a single weekend, but then end up with a super quick, insanely delicious meal for many more future nights.

These delicious shrimp steamed buns (bao buns) are flavorful, fresh, and so much fun to make!