Keto Siu Mai (Pork and Shrimp Dumplings)
Indulge in the flavors of traditional dim sum with a low-carb twist by making these delightful Keto Siu Mai (Pork and Shrimp Dumplings). Perfectly wrapped in tender cabbage leaves instead of high-carb wonton wrappers, these dumplings are a keto-friendly take on the classic Chinese favorite. A savory mixture of ground pork, succulent shrimp, almond flour, and aromatic seasonings like ginger, garlic, and sesame oil creates a filling that's both rich and flavorful. Steamed to perfection in just 15 minutes, this recipe is quick to prepare yet impressively elegant, making it an excellent choice for dinner parties or weeknight meals. Serve these healthy pork and shrimp dumplings with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce for an authentic and satisfying keto dim sum experience!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams Ground pork
- 150 grams Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 30 grams Almond flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Green onions, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 12 medium-sized Cabbage leaves
Directions
Step 1
Chop the shrimp into small pieces and set aside.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine ground pork, chopped shrimp, almond flour, 1 beaten egg, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, chopped green onions, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
Step 4
In a separate pot, bring water to a boil. Blanch the cabbage leaves for 30 seconds to 1 minute until softened, then remove them and pat dry with a kitchen towel.
Step 5
Place a cabbage leaf on a flat surface. Place about 1 tablespoon of filling in the center of the cabbage leaf.
Step 6
Fold the edges of the leaf around the filling to form a pouch, leaving the top open. Repeat with remaining cabbage leaves and filling.
Step 7
In a steaming basket or steamer, arrange the dumplings in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding.
Step 8
Steam the dumplings over boiling water for about 12-15 minutes or until the filling is cooked through.
Step 9
Once cooked, remove from the steamer and serve immediately with soy sauce or your choice of dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1682.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1629.4 |
| Total Fat 93.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 26.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g | |
| Cholesterol 889.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3110.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 75.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 30.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 36.0g | |
| Protein 136.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 765.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2783.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories