Low Carb Siumai (Chinese Dumplings)

Elevate your dim sum game with these delectable Low Carb Siumai (Chinese Dumplings), a healthy twist on a classic Chinese favorite. Featuring a juicy blend of ground pork and shrimp seasoned with fragrant garlic, ginger, and sesame oil, these bite-sized delights swap traditional dumpling wrappers for tender cabbage leaves, keeping them light yet satisfying. Perfectly steamed to ensure a soft, flavorful filling, these dumplings are a guilt-free way to enjoy authentic Asian flavors. Ready in under an hour, they’re ideal for meal prep or an elegant low-carb appetizer. Pair them with a tangy soy-vinegar dipping sauce for the ultimate keto-friendly delight! Perfect keywords: low-carb dumplings, keto siumai, healthy Chinese recipes, steamed dumplings.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground pork
• 200 grams Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 2 large Egg whites
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Grated ginger
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 stalks Green onions, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 20 leaves Cabbage leaves
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Begin by finely chopping the shrimp and combining it with the ground pork in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

To the bowl, add in egg whites, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, chopped green onions, salt, and black pepper. Mix well using a spatula until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the mixture becomes slightly sticky.

Step 3

Prepare the cabbage leaves by blanching them in boiling water for 1 minute until pliable. Drain and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 4

Set up a steamer over a pot of boiling water. Ensure that water level is below the steaming basket.

Step 5

Cut each cabbage leaf into a small circle, approximately 3-4 inches in diameter.

Step 6

Place a tablespoon of the pork and shrimp mixture onto the center of each cabbage circle.

Step 7

Fold the edges of the cabbage up, pressing gently, so it forms a small cup around the filling, leaving the top exposed.

Step 8

Arrange the wrapped dumplings in the steamer basket, making sure they do not touch each other.

Step 9

Steam the siumai for about 15-20 minutes or until the pork is cooked through and the filling is firm.

Step 10

Meanwhile, prepare a dipping sauce by mixing the rice vinegar with an additional tablespoon of soy sauce if desired.

Step 11

Remove the siumai from the steamer and serve hot with the dipping sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2648.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2320.6

Total Fat 122.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 840.6mg	0%
Sodium 3456.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 112.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.3g	0%
Total Sugars 57.4g
Protein 209.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1062.0mg	0%
Iron 15.7mg	0%
Potassium 4255.1mg	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: 46.1%

Protein: 35.1%

Carbs: 18.9%