What to Serve with Bao Buns 15 Tasty Sides to Try

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Bao buns are a delicious, Asian-inspired dish that can be topped with practically anything. They’re perfect for a quick and easy meal, but what about the side dishes? What should you serve with bao buns to round out the meal?

If you’re having a hard time finding good side dish ideas online, don’t worry – you’re not alone! I’ve experienced the same thing, which is why I decided to share this article with a list of sides that I’ve tried over the last few months.

So, without further ado, here are 15 of the best side dishes for bao buns:

Side Dishes For Bao Buns:

  1. Edamame beans
  2. Pickled carrot salad
  3. Cucumber salad
  4. Dipping sauces
  5. Pickled cucumber
  6. Sauteed mushrooms
  7. Omelets
  8. Rice noodles
  9. Fried rice
  10. Stir-fry vegetables
  11. Spicy sesame noodles
  12. Sushi
  13. Steamed pak choi
  14. Crushed avocado
  15. Fried chicken with pickled onion/cucumber

Edamame beans

Edamame beans are a great side dish for bao buns. The beans are a perfect complement to the other ingredients in the buns, and they add a delicious taste to the dish.

Their sweet and nutty flavor pairs well with the savory flavors of the meat and vegetables in the buns. Plus, they’re a good source of vitamins and minerals.

To prepare edamame beans, simply boil them in water for two to three minutes. Then, drain them and season with salt to taste.

Additionally, for a burst of flavor, you can coat edamame beans with butter or olive oil. Simply boil the beans as described above, then add butter or olive oil to a pan and heat over medium heat.

Put the beans in the heated pan and cook for three to four minutes, stirring occasionally.

Pickled carrot salad

This is a refreshing and flavorful salad that goes well with bao buns. The pickled carrots add a tart and tangy flavor to the dish, while the fresh herbs provide a bright and herby taste.

To make the salad, you’ll need white vinegar which is used to pickle the carrots. You’ll also need sugar, to sweeten the salad and fresh herbs like cilantro or mint.

When you’re ready to serve, simply drain the carrots and add them to a bowl with fresh herbs. Mix everything and enjoy!

Cucumber salad