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Dim Sum Recipe

Dim Sum Recipe

Pinklady
The origins of dim sum can be traced back to ancient China, where travelers along the Silk Road would stop at teahouses to rest and enjoy small portions of food. Over time, this tradition evolved, particularly in the Guangdong province, where chefs created a variety of intricate and flavorful dishes to accompany tea.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Ancient China
Servings 20 Dumplings
Calories 50 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Dumpling press or your hands for shaping
  • Bamboo steamer or a metal steaming basket
  • Parchment paper or cabbage leaves (to prevent sticking)

Ingredients
  

For the Dough:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup boiling water
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

For the Filling:

  • 200g ground pork or chicken
  • ½ cup finely chopped shrimp (optional)
  • ½ cup finely shredded cabbage
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon sugar

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Dough
    In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and boiling water. Mix with a spoon until it forms a shaggy dough.Add the vegetable oil and knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 20 minutes.
  • Make the Filling
    In a separate bowl, combine all the filling ingredients (ground meat, shrimp, cabbage, green onions, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, salt, and sugar).Mix thoroughly until well combined.
  • Shape the Dumplings
    Divide the dough into small portions (about the size of a ping-pong ball). Roll each portion into a thin circle using a rolling pin.Place a small spoonful of filling in the center of each wrapper.Fold the dough in half and pleat the edges to seal, ensuring no gaps for steam to escape.
  • Steam the Dumplings
    Line the bamboo steamer with parchment paper or cabbage leaves.Arrange the dumplings in the steamer, ensuring they don’t touch each other.Place the steamer over boiling water and steam for 10-12 minutes until the filling is cooked through.
  • Serve
    Serve the dumplings hot with soy sauce, chili oil, or vinegar for dipping.

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