Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsIchiban Japanese & KoreanKani Shumai 슈마이 Recipe

Kani Shumai 슈마이 Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Steamed crab dumpling

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Ingredients

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Dumpling Filling

Wrapper

Method

Preparation of Dumpling Filling

  1. 1

    Prepare the Filling

    In a mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, shrimp, green onion, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Assembly

  1. 2

    Fill the Wrappers

    Take a shumai wrapper and place about 1 tablespoon of the filling in the center. Gather the edges of the wrapper and pleat them around the filling, leaving the top exposed. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.

Steaming

  1. 3

    Steam the Dumplings

    Prepare a steamer by boiling water in a pot. Line the steamer basket with parchment paper or cabbage leaves to prevent sticking. Place the filled shumai in the steamer, ensuring they are not touching. Cover and steam for about 8-10 minutes until the dumplings are cooked through and the shrimp turn pink.

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