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Ingredients
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For the Rock Shrimp Bao Buns
Method
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Slaw
In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, shredded carrot, mayonnaise, rice vinegar, sriracha, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Toss well and set aside.
- 2
Cook the Rock Shrimp
In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add rock shrimp and cook until they turn pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes. Add soy sauce, chili flakes, and shishito peppers, and sauté for an additional 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 3
Steam the Bao Buns
Steam the bao buns according to package instructions until they are warm and soft, usually about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Assemble the Bao Buns
Once the bao buns are ready, carefully open each bun and fill them with the rock shrimp mixture and a generous amount of the slaw.
- 5
Serve
Serve immediately with additional sriracha if desired.
