published Sep 12, 2022 My repeat readers know how obsessed I am with Chinese cuisine! There are so many recipes to choose from here on the blog, such as this Chinese BBQ pork recipe, these saucy Chinese five spice ribs, or my Chinese roast chicken recipe. I’ve been perfecting the cooking methods over the years too and I’m consistently happy with the results. This Chinese meat pie recipe is no different! Traditionally referred to as xian bing, this dish is juicy, flavorful, and filling. They are also super easy to put together. Check out the video below to see all the steps!
In my opinion, the shining star of this meal is the scallion ginger butter garnish. I also use a bit in the meat filling and boy, is it tasty.

INGREDIENT NOTES AND SUBSTITUTIONS

All-Purpose Flour – Like all homemade dough, you’ll start with flour.Salt – This is the somewhat-secret ingredient in dough. Don’t skip it! You’ll also need a bit of salt for the pork filling.Water – Again, for the dough. You need some hot water (90 degrees F) as well as room temperature. You will also use a bit of cold water in the meat filling.Vegetable Oil – Another addition to the dough.Ground Pork – This dish can be made with several different types of meat: beef, lamb, or pork. I opt for pork in mine, but you can feel free to switch it up.Scallions – Sharp and peppery, this ingredient adds much to the Chinese meat pie filling. You’ll also (of course) need it for the scallion ginger butter.Soy Sauce & Sesame Oil – Staples in Asian cooking, you’ll use both for the filling.Pepper – Go for ground white pepper instead of black here.Brown Sugar – While you may not expect to find sugar in a savory recipe, it works wonderfully to balance the flavors in this Chinese meat pie recipe.Butter – The base of your homemade scallion ginger butter. Bring it to room temperature before you get started.Ginger – Use fresh ginger for your butter!Cilantro – This will add a bit more green color and earthy freshness to the butter.

HOW TO MAKE CHINESE MEAT PIE

  1. Make The Dough. Add the all-purpose flour and salt into a mixing bowl to combine. Create a small well in the center, then pour in the hot water. Stir the dough until it comes together — you can use a special dough hook or a spatula. Add the room temperature water and oil, then knead the mixture to form your dough. Add a bit more water if necessary and knead for another 3 minutes (it should be smooth). Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
  2. Create The Filling. Add the ground pork, scallions, soy sauce, sesame oil, white pepper, and brown sugar into a bowl and mix. The mixture should be thick and a bit resistant. Add in the water (1 tablespoon at a time) until it is fully absorbed and well combined. Cover with plastic wrap and set aside. 
  3. Prepare The Scallion Ginger Butter. Place the butter and ginger into a food processor and pulse until the mixture is puréed. Add the remaining scallions and cilantro and pulse again until everything is well mixed.
  4. Make The Chinese Meat Pie. Roll the dough into a 20-inch log and then cut it into 20 even pieces. Flatten each into a 6-inch disk, being careful to make the edges a bit thinner than the center. Scoop 2-3 tablespoons of the filling into the center, then fold the dough over it to create individual pies. Repeat with the rest of the dough and the filling.
  5. Pan Fry Your Xian Bing. Add some vegetable oil to a cast iron (or non-stick) skillet over medium heat. Place the meat pies in the pan, seam side down, and fry until they become golden brown and crispy. Flip and fry the other side. Cover the pan and cook for an additional minute. Make sure not to crowd the pan — you can cook in batches if needed! Serve with a serving of scallion ginger butter and a few chili flakes if desired.

What Do You Serve With Chinese Meat Pie?

You can pick and choose what you serve with your meat pies. I like to keep things pretty classic: steamed rice and a few steamed veggies. You can also serve some Shrimp and pork shumai, Pork pot stickers or drizzle some Chinese Chili Oil on top, too for a Dim Sum Breakfast feast!

Where is Xian Bing From?

Xian bing hails from Northern China! It’s also referred to as meat pie, meat pockets, or even a big dumpling. They are often compared to pot stickers.

What Is A Chinese Bing?

This recipe for meat pies shouldn’t be confused with Chinese bing. The latter is a recipe for Chinese bread without any filling. It is sometimes prepared with scallions and sesame seeds.

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