Episode 5: Sesame Prawn Bao 🍤

Instagram Video:

https://www.instagram.com/p/DDnDv7gR7Wr/

Ingredients

For the Filling:

• 300 g prawns

• 2 tsp sesame oil

• 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine

• 2 tsp soy sauce

• Pinch of salt, white pepper, and optional MSG

• 2 tsp cornstarch

• 2 spring onions

• 2 cloves garlic

• 1 knob ginger

• 1 egg white

Other:

• Use homemade bao (see Episode 0) or pre-made bao buns

• White, black, and toasted sesame seeds

• Neutral oil (for frying)

Steps

1. Blitz prawns, seasonings, cornstarch, egg white, spring onion, garlic, and ginger in a food processor until smooth. Chill the mixture.

2. Fill cooled bao buns with prawn mixture (don’t overfill), smooth the filling, and dip in sesame seeds.

3. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry buns prawn-side down until golden. Drain on paper towels.

4. Serve hot, crispy, and enjoy your sesame prawn bao!