Description
Delectable Thai Steamed Dumplings bring exotic flavors right to kitchen counters, blending delicate seafood and succulent pork in perfect harmony. Fragrant herbs and spices dance through each tender wrapper, promising an authentic culinary journey that delights your senses.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein Ingredients:
- 250 grams (8.8 ounces) ground pork
- 1/2 cup shrimp, finely chopped
Flavoring and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon finely minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon finely minced ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup water chestnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 30 dumpling wrappers
Instructions
- Combine ground pork, chopped shrimp, water chestnuts, garlic, ginger, and cilantro in a mixing bowl, creating a foundation for the fragrant dumpling filling.
- Incorporate oyster sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, white pepper, and black pepper into the mixture, blending thoroughly until ingredients are evenly distributed and the filling achieves a cohesive consistency.
- Arrange dumpling wrappers on a clean surface, carefully positioning a precise portion of filling at the center of each wrapper.
- Moisten wrapper edges with water, then delicately fold and seal the wrapper, creating a crescent-shaped parcel that securely encloses the filling.
- Prepare a steamer and gently place dumplings inside, ensuring they do not touch each other. Steam at medium-high heat for 15-20 minutes, monitoring until wrappers turn translucent and filling reaches complete doneness.
- Remove dumplings from steamer, allowing them to rest momentarily before transferring to a serving plate.
- Accompany with traditional soy sauce or a complementary dipping sauce to enhance the culinary experience.
Notes
- Ensure meat and seafood are finely chopped for a smooth, consistent texture that helps bind the filling together perfectly.
- Add extra water chestnuts for more crunch if you prefer a more textural dumpling with interesting bite.
- Prevent wrapper sticking by lightly brushing the steamer with oil or using parchment paper, creating easier removal and cleaner presentation.
- Experiment with gluten-free wrappers and tamari sauce to make this recipe suitable for those with dietary restrictions without compromising authentic flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg