Dim Sum Variety Recipe
A selection of various dim sum items, perfect for sharing.
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Ingredients
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Dumplings
Bao Buns
Spring Rolls
Method
Dumplings
- 1
Prepare the filling
In a mixing bowl, combine ground pork, chopped shrimp, green onions, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Fill the dumplings
Take a wonton wrapper and place a teaspoon of the filling in the center. Moisten the edges with water and fold the wrapper to seal, forming a triangle or pouch shape.
- 3
Cook the dumplings
Steam the dumplings in a steamer basket lined with parchment paper over boiling water for about 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
Bao Buns
- 4
Make the dough
In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix in warm water and vegetable oil until a dough forms. Knead for 5 minutes until smooth.
- 5
Let the dough rise
Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes until it doubles in size.
- 6
Shape the buns
Divide the dough into small balls. Flatten each ball, place a piece of char siu or tofu in the center, and pinch the edges together to seal.
- 7
Steam the buns
Steam the filled buns in a steamer basket for about 10-12 minutes until fluffy and cooked through.
Spring Rolls
- 8
Prepare the filling
In a bowl, mix shredded cabbage, julienned carrot, bean sprouts, and soy sauce together until well combined.
- 9
Fill the spring rolls
Take a spring roll wrapper, place a small amount of the filling near one edge, fold the edge over the filling, then fold the sides in and roll tightly.
- 10
Fry the spring rolls
Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the spring rolls until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.
