Shrimp Dim Sum
Delight your taste buds with the elegance and flavor of homemade Shrimp Dim Sum, a traditional Chinese delicacy perfect for any occasion. This recipe features tender, finely minced shrimp blended with crunchy water chestnuts, a hint of fresh ginger, and aromatic sesame oil, all wrapped in delicate wonton wrappers. The dim sum is expertly pleated and steamed until the translucent wrappers reveal the savory filling within, creating a visually stunning and mouthwatering appetizer. With just 30 minutes of prep time, this dish is ideal for entertaining or as a light, flavorful meal. Serve these bite-sized treasures with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce to elevate this authentic experience. Perfect for dim sum lovers, this recipe brings the charm of the tea house right to your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams shrimp
- 50 grams water chestnuts
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 0.5 teaspoon white pepper
- 24 pieces wonton wrappers
- 2 tablespoons scallions
- 1 piece egg white
Instructions
Peel and devein the shrimp, then finely chop them into a paste-like consistency.
Finely chop the water chestnuts and scallions.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, water chestnuts, scallions, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, white pepper, and egg white. Mix until well combined.
Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface or in the palm of your hand. Spoon about a tablespoon of the shrimp mixture onto the center of the wrapper.
Wet the edges of the wrapper with a little water using your finger.
Gather the wonton wrapper around the filling, pinching and pleating the edges to seal without completely closing it at the top. Repeat for the remaining wrappers.
Line a bamboo steamer with parchment paper perforated with small holes or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
Arrange the dim sum in the steamer, leaving a bit of space between each to ensure even cooking.
Bring water to a boil in a pot or wok that fits the bamboo steamer, ensuring the water doesn’t touch the steamer's bottom.
Place the steamer over the boiling water and cover with the lid.
Steam the dim sum for 7-10 minutes, or until the wrappers are translucent and the shrimp filling is fully cooked and firm.
Carefully remove the dim sum and serve immediately with soy sauce or your favorite dim sum dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
241 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.9 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 122 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 931 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.8 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 63 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 306 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
