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Steamed Dumplings Recipe
July 7th, 2009Recipes, Chinese Recipes, Recipes, Eating Light, Recipes45 Comments
There is no secret that I love dumplings—boiled, pan-fried, or steamed. Recently, a coworker from Japan is in town and we were discussing about going for a dim sum/dumpling lunch. All the dumpling talks triggered a sharp craving in me that I had to make my own steamed dumplings.
Making dumplings is really not so hard and you can get all needed ingredients from stores: dumpling wrappers, ground pork, etc. To me, the tough part is the folding or pleating of dumplings–an acquired skill that requires repeated practices and training.
My steamed dumplings are filled with shrimp and ground pork. If you don’t eat pork, you can always substitute it with ground chicken or even ground turkey. Do try out my steamed dumplings recipe if you love dumplings.These dumplings make a great and refreshing lunch or afternoon tea, especially with Chinese tea. Enjoy!
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I like eating dumplings. Before in Hong Kong, we eat dim sum only, now we have more China food in Hong Kong and we also eat dumplings now.
Yes, I noticed the trend in Hong Kong that there are more and more mainland Chinese type of eateries there. Great that there are more dumplings to savor. :)
AHHH Dumplings!
Those look quite delicious and are making me crave some now that its almost 11pm. This recipe makes me happy considering this is how I usually make my dumplings, although I add a little sugar (personal preference) and I just boil (can’t find the steamer). Just wanted to say I enjoy reading your posts and seeing the recipes that you take your time to post for all of us to enjoy. After I make some more dumplings, I’m gonna get around to trying out the char siu. =D
Tommy – thanks for your sweet note. Yes, char siu is a must-try. I am going to make some char siu sauce baby back ribs.
Char siu baby back ribs O_O!
As soon as I find some maltose I’m gonna give the recipe a try, but if you can somehow get photos of those ribs up I’d be a happy and hungry guy. One more craving to knock off eventually.
Planning to make them this weekend and will post.
Everyone in my family are dumpling-o-holics! But the last time I attempted making a batch they turned out soooo undercooked we ended up screwing up our faces at them! Now I know the right way!
Nuke them in the microwave if they are undercooked. ;)
Oh! Thanks!
Yummy… I love dumpling. This recipe seems easy. But I must master the pleating and folding first before I can make nice looking dumplings like yours.
If you are just eating yourself, it’s OK if you don’t master the folding and pleating as long as the dumpling is sealed tight. You will get better overtime. :)
they look incredible and so perfectly pleated. Gorgeous photos.
Haha, not sure about perfectly pleated, but I am definitely getting better. ;)
I have cravings for boiled, steamed or pan-fried dumplings at different times! But usually, I boil my dumplings cos’ that requires the least time.
Yes, Tiga, boiling is the fastest, but sometimes, the dumplings “burst” while boiling. Steaming is actually not bad since it doesn’t smoke up the kitchen and also non-greasy. Try it.
Give me 2 dozens, please? Your steamed dumplings looked oh so fabulous! The pleating looks even better than most of the restaurants I have enjoyed these simple yet satisfying dish. Amazing how I started to enjoy dumplings as snacks, appetizers. Now, I can eat these sucker dumplings as a meal. Well done!
2 dozens of them are on its way to you. LOL.
I too love dumplings in any form – steamed, fried or boiled. I could live on these things! Your pleats are awesome.
Cyn – thanks.
These are great stuff, the dumplings you made looks good!
Great stuff they are. ;)
I love DUMPLINGS. they make my day.
You are right they make my day, too.
Oh… how I love dumplings!! Pork and prawns are great combo!
Exactly, pork and prawns are always a great together.
Like you, I love all kinds of dumlpings too, especially with shrimp. I’ve just suscribed to your site. :)
Can I steam the dumplings using a wok as I don’t have a bambo steamer?
Aimei – thanks for subscribing to RM.
Yes, you can steam the dumplings using a wok it works!
Here is a video showing how to pleat the dumplings…….it looks like it takes practice!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zuWGVL_Wuq8
Hi there, when you said dumpling wrapper, it is the same as wonton wrapper right? Anyway, love your blog and I’ve added it to my list of blogs that I’ll surely follow.
Wonton wrappers are more yellowish in color. Dumpling wrapper is the same as potstickers wrappers and they are whiter in color. Not sure how they are sold in Malaysia/Singapore.
I only learned to eat dumplings after I came to UK. Chinese people from China taught me how to make them and cook them. It goes great with balsamic vinegar. That’s how they eat in China. In Malaysia, I was brought up to eat wantan, either dry or in soup. I didn’t realise you can steam it. I’m going to try that. Oh yes, the Chinese train their children to eat vegetables by making dumplings for them. You can hide a lot of vegetables in them. Thought that’s such a great idea. Anyway, thanks for the recipe.
Hi Rasa Malaysia,
Your dumplings look great. I have tried making dumplings in wonton soup but not steamed, I have some questions, is shaoxing wine the same as rice wine vinegar? if I cannot find it, what’s a good substitute or is it okay not to include it?
Olive – no, shaoxing wine is not the same as rice wine vinegar. It’s OK to use dry sherry, if not, skip it. :)
OMG! Yet another wonderful recipe that I must, must try!! *mouth waters* You do such an amazing job. They look really good!
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Where do you find the dumpling wrappers?
Asian stores or Asian section of grocery stores.
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Is there a recipe for the dipping sauce?
I have tried making them today! But the dumplings turn out quite dry both the outer skin and the fillings… what might have go wrong? the fillings tastes OK but abit tough though.. how can I improve it? Thanks in advance and I love all your receipes! Have tried a few and success rate is v high! : ))
Did you steam in bamboo steamers. For the filling being tough, did you use ground pork? It can’t be tough if you have ground pork.
Recipe for black vinegar dipping sauce, please. About to Christen my bamboo steamer.
It’s just black vinegar. That’s all. If you want some shredded ginger, you can add them in.
Hi! When u mention 1/2 ground pork do you mean 1/2 kg? So sorry, first time trying to make dumplings ;)
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