Pork-Belly Buns Recipe | Epicurious.com
"We knew Chang was something special the minute we tasted his signature dish. He plays with the classic Chinese pork bun, retaining its pillowy white wrapping, adding crisp cucumbers and scallions, and transforming it into an American original with pork belly. Make them at home, and the first bite will prove they are worth the effort...."
INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup kosher salt
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1/2 cup sugar
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4 1/2 cups water, divided
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2 1/2 lb skinless boneless pork belly, cut into quarters
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1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
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1 cup warm water (105-115°F), divided
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1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast
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3 tablespoons sugar plus a pinch
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2 tablespoons nonfat dried milk
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3 1/2 cups cake flour (not self-rising)
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
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Canola oil for greasing and brushing
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Accompaniments: hoisin sauce; thinly sliced cucumber; chopped scallions
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