Thanksgiving Leftovers Bao Buns
Serves 6–8
Sparkling cranberry sauce:
- 1 c. sparkling apple cider
- 14-oz. can cranberry sauce
- 3 tbsp. hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp. brown sugar
Bao buns:
- 12 frozen lotus leaf bao buns
- ½ lb. roast turkey, sliced and warmed
- 1 c. cooked stuffing, warmed
- 1 c. cooked mashed potatoes, warmed
- Chopped scallions, for garnish
- Chopped cilantro, for garnish
Print Recipe
Instructions:
-
In a medium pot over medium heat, whisk together the cranberry sauce ingredients. Bring to a low simmer, and cook for 3–4 minutes. Set aside.
-
Steam the bao buns following the packaging instructions, and fill with the turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes. Top with the cranberry sauce, and garnish with the scallions and cilantro.
Tip: Lotus leaf bao buns can be found in any Asian market’s freezer section or online.
