Jul 14 2026
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Pork Belly Bao Bun Recipe

Inspired by Freya
Time3h
Serves6

Caraway, Red Cabbage, Mustard Seed, Fried Garlic, 'Russian Dressing'

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Pork Belly

    Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F). Season the pork belly with salt, pepper, caraway seeds, and mustard seeds. Place it in a roasting pan and roast for about 3 hours or until the meat is tender and the skin is crispy.

  2. 2

    Make the Fried Garlic

    While the pork is roasting, thinly slice the garlic cloves. Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry the garlic until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Red Cabbage Slaw

    Finely shred the red cabbage and toss it in a bowl. Add a pinch of salt and let it sit for about 10 minutes to soften.

  4. 4

    Make the Russian Dressing

    In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Bao Buns

    Once the pork belly is done, slice it into pieces. Steam the bao buns according to package instructions. Place a slice of pork belly in each bun, top with red cabbage slaw, a drizzle of Russian dressing, and sprinkle with fried garlic.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve the pork belly bao buns warm and enjoy!

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