Get ready to transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of China with these irresistible Siu Mai steamed dumplings! These delicate parcels of pure deliciousness are about to become your new obsession, combining succulent ground pork, sweet shrimp, and a perfect blend of traditional Chinese flavors that will make your kitchen feel like an authentic dim sum restaurant. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a curious food adventurer, this recipe promises to unlock the secrets of creating restaurant-quality dumplings that will impress everyone at your table!
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: Chinese
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup ground pork
- 1/2 cup shrimp, chopped
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup water chestnuts, chopped
- 1 package wonton wrappers
- Steamer basket
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, chopped shrimp, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix thoroughly until well blended.
- Finely chop green onions and water chestnuts, then fold them into the meat mixture. Ensure ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Prepare your work surface by laying out wonton wrappers and keeping a small bowl of water nearby for sealing.
- Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface and add approximately 1 tablespoon of the meat mixture in the center of each wrapper.
- Gather the edges of the wrapper around the filling, gently pleating and pinching the sides to create an open-topped dumpling shape. The top should remain partially exposed.
- Lightly oil your steamer basket to prevent sticking, ensuring dumplings won't adhere during cooking.
- Arrange dumplings in the steamer basket, leaving a small space between each to allow steam circulation.
- Fill a wok or large pot with water, ensuring it doesn't touch the bottom of the steamer basket.
- Bring water to a gentle boil, then place the steamer basket on top and cover.
- Steam dumplings for approximately 10-12 minutes, or until the meat is fully cooked and wrapper is translucent.
- Carefully remove steamer basket and let dumplings rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
- Serve hot with traditional dipping sauces like soy sauce or chili oil.
Tips
- Moisture is Key: Keep your work surface and hands slightly damp to prevent wonton wrappers from drying out.
- Filling Consistency Matters: Mix your meat filling thoroughly but don't overwork it to keep the texture light and tender.
- Uniform Size: Use a tablespoon to measure filling for consistent cooking and presentation.
- Steam Smart: Don't overcrowd the steamer basket – leave space between dumplings for even steam circulation.
- Fresh is Best: Use the freshest ingredients possible, especially for the shrimp and pork.
- Dipping Sauce Hack: Experiment with homemade dipping sauces like a quick mix of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili oil.
- Make-Ahead Tip: You can prepare the dumplings in advance and freeze them uncooked for up to a month.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve immediately after steaming for the most delicate and fresh texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 18g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 85mg
