{"product_id":"mini-bao-bun-mini-gua-bao-buns-10-pieces","title":"Mini Bao Bun -  Mini Gua Bao Buns (20 Pieces)","description":"\u003cp\u003eFluffy, airy, and endlessly versatile — \u003cstrong\u003eChe Gourmet’s Frozen Bao Buns\u003c\/strong\u003e are the perfect blank canvas for bold, flavourful fillings. Also known as \u003cstrong\u003elotus leaf buns\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eGua Bao\u003c\/strong\u003e, these iconic folded steamed buns are a staple in Taiwanese street food and have become a global foodie favourite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach bun is gently steamed to perfection, offering a pillowy-soft texture with a subtle sweetness that pairs beautifully with crispy pork belly, pulled chicken, tofu, tempura, or crunchy slaw. Whether you’re building gourmet bao sliders for a dinner party or creating a DIY street food night at home, Che Gourmet’s bao buns make it easy and delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in multiple pack sizes — including \u003cstrong\u003estandard\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emini\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ebulk options\u003c\/strong\u003e — and fully \u003cstrong\u003evegan-friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e, these buns are freezer must-haves for restaurants, caterers, and bao lovers alike.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✅ 100% Vegan\u003cbr\u003e✅ Fluffy, neutral dough perfect for savoury or sweet fillings\u003cbr\u003e✅ Cook-from-frozen convenience\u003cbr\u003e✅ Great for street food-style plating, sliders, or bao bars\u003cbr\u003e✅ No artificial colours, flavours, or preservatives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🔥 \u003cstrong\u003eCooking Instructions (Lotus Leaf Style Bao Buns):\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🥟 Steamed (Recommended):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace frozen bao buns in a steamer lined with parchment paper or a cabbage leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteam over boiling water for \u003cstrong\u003e8–10 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e until soft, fluffy, and hot throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGently separate and fill with your favourite ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚡ Microwave (Quick Method):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWrap a frozen bao bun in a damp paper towel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicrowave on high for \u003cstrong\u003e30–40 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet stand for 1 minute before opening and filling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Ideas:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePulled pork, hoisin duck, or fried chicken\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTofu, mushrooms, pickled veg, and chili crisp for a vegan option\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDessert bao: Try banana slices, peanut butter, and a drizzle of chocolate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✨ DIY Bao Nights\u003cbr\u003e✨ Asian fusion platters\u003cbr\u003e✨ Street food events and catering\u003cbr\u003e✨ Kids’ lunchboxes or light meals on-the-go\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Che Gourmet Asian Pantry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47927662215220,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/0284\/6772\/files\/IMG_23867.jpg?v=1782219727","url":"https:\/\/chegourmet.co.za\/products\/mini-bao-bun-mini-gua-bao-buns-10-pieces","provider":"Che Gourmet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}