Ha Gau (Har Gow) - Cantonese Shrimp Dumplings

Delight your taste buds with Ha Gau (Har Gow), the iconic Cantonese shrimp dumplings that are a staple of dim sum feasts! These delicate and translucent dumplings feature a pillowy yet chewy wrapper made from a blend of tapioca and wheat starches, expertly folded to encase a juicy filling of succulent shrimp, finely chopped bamboo shoots, and a hint of sesame oil for depth of flavor. Steamed to perfection, the wrappers turn beautifully translucent, showcasing their artisanal pleats. Ready in under an hour, this recipe combines authentic techniques with simple ingredients, making it perfect for both dim sum enthusiasts and adventurous home cooks. Serve these elegant dumplings hot with soy or chili sauce for a restaurant-quality dining experience right at home! Keywords: Cantonese shrimp dumplings, Har Gow recipe, dim sum, authentic dumplings, homemade shrimp dumplings.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 115 grams tapioca starch
• 50 grams wheat starch
• 150 milliliters boiling water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 250 grams shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 30 grams bamboo shoots, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoons sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoons sugar
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons white pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the dough. In a large bowl, combine the tapioca starch and wheat starch.

Step 2

Slowly add the boiling water to the starches while stirring continuously with chopsticks or a wooden spoon until well combined.

Step 3

Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the dough mixture and knead until smooth. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for about 30 minutes.

Step 4

Meanwhile, prepare the shrimp filling. Roughly chop the shrimp into small pieces and place in a bowl.

Step 5

To the shrimp, add the finely chopped bamboo shoots, sesame oil, sugar, salt, and white pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Once the dough has rested, divide it into small balls about the size of a walnut.

Step 7

Roll each ball into a thin circle, about 6-7 cm in diameter. Keep the rest of the dough covered to prevent it from drying out.

Step 8

Place about a teaspoon of the shrimp filling in the center of each dough circle.

Step 9

Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape and pleat the edges to seal.

Step 10

Prepare a steamer by lining it with parchment paper or cabbage leaves and brush lightly with the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil.

Step 11

Place the dumplings in the steamer, ensuring they do not touch each other.

Step 12

Bring water to a boil in a wok or saucepan, set the steamer over it, cover, and steam the dumplings for 6-8 minutes, or until the shrimp is cooked through and the wrapper is translucent.

Step 13

Serve hot, with soy sauce or chili sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(634.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1129.1

Total Fat 35.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19.7g
Cholesterol 488.2mg	0%
Sodium 1067.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 148.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g	0%
Total Sugars 6.9g
Protein 61.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 130.8mg	0%
Iron 3.0mg	0%
Potassium 831.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.8%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 51.1%