Is pork pau healthy? A detailed look at the nutrition behind the popular bun
                                
                                
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                                One standard-sized char siu bao, or pork pau, can contain anywhere from 150 to over 300 calories, depending on the cut of pork and preparation method. This wide nutritional variance is at the core of the question: is pork pau healthy or a high-calorie treat?