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Ingredients
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Fried Chicken
Mango Slaw
Bao Buns
Method
Fried Chicken Preparation
- 1
Marinate Chicken
In a bowl, combine the buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are covered, and let marinate for at least 1 hour, ideally overnight.
- 2
Prepare Breading
In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, Korean chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Fry Chicken
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan. Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting excess buttermilk drip off, and coat it in the flour mixture. Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
Mango Slaw Preparation
- 4
Mix Slaw Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the julienned mango, shredded red cabbage, julienned carrot, and chopped cilantro. Drizzle with lime juice and honey, then toss to combine. Add salt to taste.
Bao Buns Preparation
- 5
Prepare Dough
In a large bowl, mix together the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and baking powder. Gradually add warm water and oil, kneading until a smooth dough forms. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
- 6
Shape and Steam Buns
Divide the dough into small balls, flatten each into a disc, and place in a steamer lined with parchment paper. Steam for about 10-15 minutes until fluffy.
