Steamed bao buns with spicy veggie curry

Do you love aromatic street food that's quick and easy to make and really impresses? Then you'll love our steamed bao buns with Lotao's spicy veggie curry ! These fluffy dumplings are filled with a crisp, fresh coleslaw and a wonderfully creamy curry – 100% plant-based , natural , and simply irresistible.

🕐 Preparation time: 25 minutes
🔪 Difficulty level: easy

What makes this recipe special?

Spicy and creamy: The veggie curry brings depth, warmth and exotic flavors to the plate.
A crisp, fresh kick: The Asian-marinated coleslaw provides the perfect balance.
Quick & easy: Ready-made curry + bao buns = maximum enjoyment with minimal effort.
Perfect for sharing: Ideal for a relaxed dinner or as finger food for guests.

Ingredients for 2 people:

✓ 2 spring onions
✓ 1 large carrot
✓ 100 g white cabbage (finely shredded)
✓ 1 tbsp rice vinegar
✓ 1 tbsp mirin (alternatively: 1 tsp sugar)
✓ 1 tbsp sesame oil
✓ Salt & pepper to taste

✓ 1 pack of Lotao Veggie Curry
✓ 4 steamed bao buns
✓ Vegan Sriracha mayo
✓ Some sesame & chili flakes for garnishing

⏰ Total time: approx. 25 minutes

Preparation:

Prepare the vegetables: Finely slice the spring onions, grate the carrot, and finely shred the cabbage. Mix everything in a bowl with salt, pepper, rice vinegar, mirin, and sesame oil. Let it sit for a moment – this will add a nice crunch and flavor to the salad.
Heat the veggie curry: Heat the Lotao Veggie Curry in a hot water bath or according to the package instructions. It will already have a wonderful aroma of coconut, turmeric, and curry spices.
Steaming Bao Buns: Heat the Bao Buns over hot steam for a few minutes until soft and fluffy – e.g., in a bamboo basket or steamer.
Top the buns: Spread some vegan sriracha mayo on each bao bun, then add a portion of the fresh coleslaw and pour the warm veggie curry over it.
Garnish & enjoy: Top with sesame and chili flakes – your Asian-inspired comfort food is ready!

Tip: Be sure to save the leftover curry sauce – it makes a great dip for the buns or as an extra aromatic kick on the plate!

Why this recipe is perfect

This recipe is a prime example of how simple, conscious enjoyment can be: Made with high-quality organic ingredients, purely plant-based, and full of flavor. The combination of steamed dough, fresh vegetables, and a spicy curry filling makes these bao buns a true highlight—and not just for fans of Asian cuisine.

More tips

Preparing bao buns: You can find them frozen at Asian markets. Simply thaw and steam!
Try variations: Instead of coleslaw, marinated pak choi or pickled radish also work wonderfully.
Meal Prep: This coleslaw is easy to prepare and will keep in the fridge for two days.

Enjoy and discover how uncomplicated plant-based enjoyment can be! 💚