Keto Siew Mai (Chinese Dumplings)

Delight in the rich, savory flavors of Keto Siew Mai, a low-carb rendition of the classic Chinese dumplings that doesn’t compromise on taste. Perfectly seasoned ground pork and tender shrimp are combined with pork rind crumbs for a keto-friendly twist, delivering all the traditional umami goodness without the carb-heavy wrappers. The dough, crafted from konjac flour, is delicate yet sturdy, enveloping the juicy filling in a perfect bite-sized package. These steamed dumplings come together in just 45 minutes and make an excellent appetizer or snack for anyone following a ketogenic lifestyle. Serve them hot with your favorite keto-friendly dipping sauce for an indulgent yet guilt-free treat that’s sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground pork
• 200 grams shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
• 100 grams unsalted pork rind crumbs
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon ginger, freshly grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons scallions, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 50 grams konjac flour
• 100 milliliters water

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, chopped shrimp, unsalted pork rind crumbs, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, scallions, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.

Step 2

To prepare the keto dumpling wrappers, in a separate bowl, mix the konjac flour with water. Stir until a sticky dough forms, adding more water if necessary to achieve a workable consistency.

Step 3

Divide the dough into small portions, approximately the size of a walnut. Roll each portion into a ball and flatten it into a thin circle using a rolling pin or your palms.

Step 4

Take a flattened piece of dough and place about 1 tablespoon of the pork and shrimp mixture in the center.

Step 5

Gather the edges of the wrapper around the filling and pinch together above the filling to form a little 'waist', leaving the top open.

Step 6

Repeat this process with the remaining dough and filling.

Step 7

Prepare a steamer and line it with parchment paper or cabbage leaves to prevent sticking. Arrange the wrapped dumplings in the steamer, ensuring they are not touching each other.

Step 8

Steam the dumplings over boiling water for about 12-15 minutes or until fully cooked. The pork should be slightly firm and the shrimp pink and opaque.

Step 9

Serve hot with your favorite keto-friendly dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1022.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2418.5

Total Fat 154.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 970.9mg	0%
Sodium 3013.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 7.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.6g	0%
Total Sugars 0.6g
Protein 237.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 407.8mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 1008.8mg	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: 58.7%

Protein: 40.0%

Carbs: 1.3%