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Easy Baked Manapua Recipe

Easy Baked Manapua Recipe
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4.7 from 31 reviews

A Hawaiian favorite inspired by Chinese char siu bao, these soft golden buns are filled with sweet and savory BBQ pork and baked until fluffy and glossy—perfect as a snack, appetizer, or part of a local-style plate.

Ingredients

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For the Dough:

  • 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt

For the Filling:

  • 1 1/2 cups diced char siu (Chinese BBQ pork)
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water

For Finishing:

  • 1 egg yolk + 1 tbsp water (egg wash)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and oil. Knead until a soft dough forms. Cover and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled.
  3. In a skillet, combine char siu, green onions, oyster sauce, soy sauce, hoisin, and sugar over medium heat. Mix cornstarch with water and stir into pork mixture to thicken. Cool completely.
  4. Punch down dough and divide into 10–12 pieces. Flatten each into a circle and fill with 1–2 tbsp of pork filling. Pinch to seal and place seam-side down on a baking sheet.
  5. Cover and let rise again for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Brush buns with egg wash and bake for 20–22 minutes until golden and glossy.
  7. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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