Keto Shumai

Delight your taste buds with these tender and flavorful Keto Shumai, a low-carb twist on the traditional dumpling that’s perfect for keto enthusiasts and dim sum lovers alike. These bite-sized parcels are crafted using blanched cabbage leaves as a light and healthy substitute for dumpling wrappers, filled with a savory mixture of ground pork, scallions, garlic, and a touch of grated ginger for that authentic Asian-inspired flavor. Almond flour and a dash of sesame oil lend richness without the carbs, while steaming locks in moisture and keeps these shumai perfectly tender. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is an ideal keto-friendly appetizer or snack, served warm with tangy rice vinegar for dipping. Try these gluten-free keto dim sum delights and bring restaurant-quality taste to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground pork
• 12 large leaves Cabbage leaves
• 2 Scallions, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Ginger, grated
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce or coconut aminos
• 1 tbsp Sesame oil
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tbsp Almond flour
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 1 tsp Rice vinegar or white vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to boil. Carefully blanch the cabbage leaves for about 1 minute until they are soft. Remove and pat dry with paper towels. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, chopped scallions, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, egg, almond flour, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Step 3

Lay a blanched cabbage leaf on a clean work surface. Place about 2 tablespoons of the pork mixture in the center. Fold the sides of the leaf over the filling, then roll it up to create a neat parcel. Repeat with remaining leaves and filling.

Step 4

Arrange the shumai in a steamer basket lined with parchment paper or cabbage leaf scraps to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Fill a pot with 1-2 inches of water and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Place the steamer basket over the simmering water, cover, and steam the shumai for about 15-18 minutes or until the pork is cooked through.

Step 6

Serve hot with a side of rice vinegar for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1680.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1941.4

Total Fat 123.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.8g
Cholesterol 627.8mg	0%
Sodium 3301.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.0g	0%
Total Sugars 35.1g
Protein 143.4g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 687.7mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 2311.8mg	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: 56.3%

Protein: 29.1%

Carbs: 14.6%