Halloween Black Bao Buns Class: Char Sui Pork, Gochujang Sauce & Asian Pickled Veg
This Halloween, why not treat yourself to something truly unique? Join our Halloween Black Bao Buns Class, where you’ll learn how to create a spooky, savoury feast that’s perfect for the season! In this hands-on class, you’ll master the art of making black bao buns and pair them with Char Sui, a tangy gochujang sauce, and a refreshing mix of Asian pickled vegetables. These delicious and spooky buns are sure to become the star of your Halloween celebration! All washed down with a chilling cocktail……
What You’ll Learn:
Black Bao Buns:
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Making the Dough: You’ll begin by creating a perfectly soft, fluffy bao dough, with a twist—these bao buns are black! We’ll show you how to achieve the dark colour using activated charcoal, adding both an eerie look and a subtle flavour.
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Steaming Techniques: Learn the traditional method of steaming bao buns to achieve the ideal soft, pillowy texture. You’ll also get tips for making the buns perfectly round and fluffy, ensuring they’ll hold up beautifully with all of your fillings.
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Shaping & Folding: We’ll guide you step-by-step on how to shape and fold the bao buns to get that perfect “pocket” ready for your delicious fillings.
Gochujang Sauce:
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Crafting the Sauce: We’ll show you how to make a homemade gochujang sauce—a tangy, spicy, and sweet Korean staple that brings bold flavour to your chicken. Learn how to balance the heat, sweetness, and umami with the perfect ratio of gochujang, soy sauce, vinegar, and honey.
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Customizing Spice Levels: Want more heat or a more mellow flavour? We’ll teach you how to adjust the sauce to your liking, whether you’re looking for something intensely spicy or more on the sweet side.
Asian Pickled Vegetables:
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Pickling Techniques: Learn how to pickle vegetables the Asian way! You’ll create a tangy, crunchy mix of pickled vegetables like carrots, daikon radish, and cucumbers that will complement the richness of the fried chicken and provide a crisp contrast to the soft bao buns.
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Flavour Balancing: We’ll show you how to balance the vinegar, sugar, and salt to achieve the perfect tangy-sweet pickling liquid, with a bit of spice for that authentic Asian flair.
Class Highlights:
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Hands-On Experience: This is a fully interactive class where you’ll get your hands messy and create your own black bao buns from scratch! With guidance from our expert chef, you’ll leave with the confidence to recreate these delicious Halloween treats at home.
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Spooky Asian Fusion: A perfect blend of Halloween and Asian fusion, these black bao buns bring the eerie vibe of the season while delivering bold, mouthwatering flavours. It's a spooky twist on an Asian classic that will impress your guests!
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Recipe Cards: You’ll receive detailed recipe cards for all components of this spooky feast—bao buns, Char sui pork, gochujang sauce, and pickled vegetables—so you can make these treats again and again at home.
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Expert Tips: Our chef will share tips on everything from achieving the perfect crispy chicken to steaming bao buns with a bamboo steamer. Learn professional techniques that will make your Halloween feast a success!
Perfect For:
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Halloween Enthusiasts: If you want to celebrate Halloween with a creative and delicious twist, this class will teach you how to make spooky black bao buns filled with savoury Korean fried chicken and all the right toppings.
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Food Lovers & Adventurers: Whether you love trying new dishes or are a fan of Korean cuisine, this class offers a fun opportunity to experiment with bold flavours and unique ingredients.
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Family & Group Fun: This class is great for friends, families, and foodies looking to make new memories while getting into the Halloween spirit.
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Baking & Cooking Enthusiasts: If you're already a fan of bao buns or Korean food, this class will elevate your skills and teach you new techniques for making these mouthwatering treats.
Class Duration:
Approx. 2 hours
