Method For Bao buns
- Weigh out the Middleton’s white bread mix into a mixing bowl.
- Measure out Tepid water and add to mixing bowl.
- Mix for 2 minutes on slow speed.
- Scrape down and mix for a further 6 minutes on medium speed.
- Once mixed, leave to rest for 10 minutes.
- Portion dough into equal 40g portions, approx 20.
- Roll into a tight ball and using a rolling pin roll out into a small oval.
- Brush one half with oil and fold the bread in half.
- Repeat process for all portions of dough.
- Place all the bao buns on a lined baking tray.
- Prove using a rational oven or prover for approx. 50 minutes or until doubled in size.
- Then cook bao buns using the steamer settings for 10 – 12 minutes.
- Once cooked and out of the oven, place on cooling racks.
- Leave to cool.
Method for the Maple & Chilli Chicken
- Place quartered chicken thighs into a mixing bowl.
- Add 30g Middleton’s Maple & Chilli Marinade and 15ml of oil or water. (whichever you prefer).
- Mix all together until all the chicken is coated.
- Cling film and leave in the fridge for 15 minutes for the chicken to marinate.
- After 15 minutes place chicken on a lined oven tray and cook at 200oC for 15 – 20 minutes or until chicken has a core temp of 75oC or above.
- Once chicken has cooked, rest the chicken for a few minutes and transfer to a bowl. Don’t throw away the pan juices, you can drizzle them over the chicken.
For the Gochujang Sauce
- Put all the sauce ingredients in a saucepan and whisk together, then bring to a low simmer over a medium heat, cooking until the sugar has dissolved for 15 to 20 minutes then set aside.
- The sauce can be reduced further to a sticky consistency.
Method for Asian Slaw
- Add the red & white cabbage, red bell pepper and carrot to a mixing bowl.
- Mince 1 garlic clove and chop fresh coriander, add to mixing bowl.
- Tumble all ingredients together.
- Cling film bowl and place in fridge.
Method for Dressing
- In a mixing bowl measure, all the ingredients and mix using a whisk.
- Decant into a squirty bottle.
- Use as required to taste over slaw mix.
Chefs Tip:
Try adding frozen spinach to the bao bun recipe and substituting the water.
Leave the Middleton’s Maple and Chili rub on the chicken overnight to maximize the flavors.
This recipe can be made Gluten free by substituting the above bread mix with our Middleton’s Gluten Free Bread and Pizza Mix.
