Beef Bao Buns & Hoisin Sauce
Blue ApronBeef
✓ Available this week · Jul 20 to Jul 26, 2026
☆☆☆☆☆ Be the first to review →⏱ ~60 min · 🍽 2 servings · 📊 Medium
✓ High protein
Nutrition Facts
2 serving(s)
Calories780
Protein35g
Per serving, as packaged by Blue Apron. Sat. fat & sugars not reported by provider.
4/ 10
MealFan's take
Niche pick
Beef that 16% lighter than the average beef meal and ranks in the 32th percentile for protein.
Protein2/5
Lightness2/5
Ease2/5
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Nutrition per serving
780
Calories
35g
Protein
4.5g
Protein / 100 cal
Per serving, as packaged by Blue Apron. Oils, salt & pepper added at home aren't included.
📊 How this meal stacks up
Benchmarked against every meal in our database
Protein rank
32th pctl
More protein than 32% of 1,474 meals
Protein density
4.5g /100cal
Leaner than 42% of meals
vs Beef average
16% lighter
This780
Avg925
🧾 Diet fit
Based on this meal's macros per serving
✓ High protein✕ Under 500 cal
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Allergens & dietary
Contains Allergens aren't itemized by this provider, check the package label before cooking.
Dietary ✓ Chinese
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Ingredients
10 oz Ground Beef
4 each Bao Buns
1 ½ tbsp Mushroom Duxelles
2 each Scallions
4 oz Shredded Cabbage & Carrots
1 each Persian Cucumbers
1 each Lime
3 tbsp Roasted Garlic Onion Dressing
¼ cup Cornstarch
2 tbsp Hoisin Sauce
How to make it
1
Rinse and dry all produce. Slice the scallions, keeping the white bases and green tops separate. Quarter the limes. Slice the cucumbers on an angle into thin pieces, place in a bowl, and toss with the juice of 2 lime wedges (4 for 4 servings); set aside to marinate. In a large bowl, combine the dressing and the juice of the remaining lime wedges. Add the cabbage and carrots and the green scallion tops; season with salt and pepper and stir to coat.
2
In a bowl, combine the beef, mushroom duxelles, cornstarch, and white scallion bases; season with salt and pepper and gently mix. Shape into 4 patties (8 for 4 servings), about 1/2 inch thick. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a nonstick pan over medium-high. Add the patties and cook 2-3 minutes per side, pressing down with a spatula to flatten, until browned and cooked through. USDA minimum: 160°F for beef.
3
Just before serving, wrap the bao buns in a damp paper towel and microwave in 30-second intervals until softened and warmed through. Carefully open the buns, spread hoisin sauce on both sides, and fill with the marinated cucumber and cooked patties. Serve alongside the slaw.
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Beef Bao Buns & Hoisin Sauce
Beef Bao Buns & Hoisin Sauce (with Mushroom Duxelles, Marinated Cucumber & Creamy Slaw) is a Beef meal from Blue Apron. The recipe format follows Blue Apron's standard approach of pre-measured ingredients and step-by-step instructions.
Blue Apron delivers weekly meals across the US. For testing notes, delivery details, and how Blue Apron compares to alternatives, read the Blue Apron review on MealFan.
💪 Protein-Rich
✓ Perfect for
High-protein goals
Weight management
⚠ Not ideal for
Vegans
How to make it
- Rinse and dry all produce. Slice the scallions, keeping the white bases and green tops separate. Quarter the limes. Slice the cucumbers on an angle into thin pieces, place in a bowl, and toss with the juice of 2 lime wedges (4 for 4 servings); set aside to marinate. In a large bowl, combine the dressing and the juice of the remaining lime wedges. Add the cabbage and carrots and the green scallion tops; season with salt and pepper and stir to coat.
- In a bowl, combine the beef, mushroom duxelles, cornstarch, and white scallion bases; season with salt and pepper and gently mix. Shape into 4 patties (8 for 4 servings), about 1/2 inch thick. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a nonstick pan over medium-high. Add the patties and cook 2-3 minutes per side, pressing down with a spatula to flatten, until browned and cooked through. USDA minimum: 160°F for beef.
- Just before serving, wrap the bao buns in a damp paper towel and microwave in 30-second intervals until softened and warmed through. Carefully open the buns, spread hoisin sauce on both sides, and fill with the marinated cucumber and cooked patties. Serve alongside the slaw.
Beef Bao Buns & Hoisin Sauce is a Blue Apron meal
Blue Apron delivers weekly meals across the US.
Frequently asked questions
Which meal service offers Beef Bao Buns & Hoisin Sauce?
Beef Bao Buns & Hoisin Sauce is offered by Blue Apron. Read the full Blue Apron review on MealFan for pricing, freshness ratings, and how Blue Apron compares to competitors.
Is Beef Bao Buns & Hoisin Sauce chinese?
Beef Bao Buns & Hoisin Sauce is tagged as Chinese on the Blue Apron menu. For specific allergen details, refer to the card included with your delivery.
How long does Beef Bao Buns & Hoisin Sauce take to prepare?
Beef Bao Buns & Hoisin Sauce is made in 3 steps. Estimated active time is about 24 minutes based on the recipe instructions.
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Beef Bao Buns & Hoisin Sauce has 780 calories per serving from Blue Apron.
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