Pork Steam Buns Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Braised Pork

   In a large pot, combine the pork shoulder, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 3 hours or until the pork is tender.

2. 2

   Make Kimchi Aioli

   In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, kimchi, rice vinegar, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.

3. 3

   Pickle the Vegetables

   In a bowl, combine julienned daikon and carrots. Add salt and let sit for 15 minutes. Rinse and drain.

4. 4

   Assemble the Buns

   Once the pork is cooked, shred it with two forks. Steam the bao buns according to package instructions. Fill each bun with shredded pork, a spoonful of kimchi aioli, and top with pickled daikon and carrots.