Description
These Pan-Fried Cabbage and Noodle Buns are a delightful Asian-inspired appetizer perfect for any occasion. Filled with a savory mixture of cabbage, carrots, and noodles, these vegetarian buns are pan-fried to golden perfection, creating a crispy exterior and a deliciously soft filling.
Ingredients
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Savory Filling:
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 1/2 cup carrots, julienned
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon hoisin sauce (optional)
- 1 package ramen or thin noodles, cooked and drained
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Bun Assembly:
- 1 package refrigerated biscuit dough or pre-made bun dough (8 pieces)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for frying
- Sesame seeds and extra green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, heat sesame oil. Add cabbage, carrots, and green onions. Cook until softened. Stir in garlic, ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and hoisin sauce. Add cooked noodles and cook for 2 minutes. Mix cornstarch and water, then stir into the mixture to thicken. Let cool slightly.
- Assemble the Buns: Flatten each piece of dough into a 4-inch circle. Place a spoonful of filling in the center. Pinch the edges to seal the buns completely.
- Pan-Fry the Buns: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet. Cook buns seam-side down until golden. Add water, cover, and steam for 4–5 minutes. Uncover and crisp the bottoms. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Notes
- You can use homemade dough if preferred.
- Try oyster sauce or chili garlic sauce instead of hoisin for a different flavor.
- The filling can be made ahead and refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
