bao buns with honey

Sticky Tofu Bao Buns

Makes 8.

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons Taylor Pass honey
  • 2 tablespoons Spicy Molasses based Hot Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 300g block firm tofu, cut into 1 cm slices
  • 8 bao buns
  • To serve: Shredded red cabbage, grated carrot, sliced cucumber, fresh coriander, sesame seeds, crispy shallots

Instructions:

  1. Whisk together the honey, hot sauce and soy sauce.

  2. Lay tofu in a shallow dish and pour over. Turn the tofu frequently to ensure it is well coated.

  3. Allow to marinade for at least 1 hour and up to 24 hours.

  4. Warm the bao buns according to the packet directions. Open gently.

  5. Heat a glug of oil in a sauté an over a medium heat. Cook the tofu until piping hot and golden on both side.

  6. Fill the buns with the cooked tofu slices, red cabbage, grated carrot, sliced cucumber, fresh coriander, sesame seeds and crispy shallots. Serve immediately.
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