Low Sodium Siu Mai (Pork and Shrimp Dumplings)
Elevate your dim sum experience at home with these flavor-packed Low Sodium Siu Mai (Pork and Shrimp Dumplings)! Perfect for those watching their sodium intake, this healthier spin on a Chinese classic combines tender ground pork, succulent shrimp, crunchy water chestnuts, and aromatic ginger and green onions. Bound together with a light, savory mix of low sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, and egg white, these delicate dumplings are wrapped in wonton skins and steamed to perfection. The result? Juicy, bite-sized morsels with a hint of sweetness from the carrot garnish. Enjoyable as an appetizer or savory snack, these dumplings are a must-try for lovers of authentic Asian cuisine with a healthy twist. Ready in just 45 minutes, they're as easy to prepare as they are delicious!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams ground pork
- 100 grams shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 50 grams water chestnuts, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 large egg white
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 20 pieces wonton wrappers
- 2 tablespoons carrot, finely diced for garnish
Directions
Step 1
Chop the shrimp into small pieces and combine with ground pork in a mixing bowl.
Step 2
Add the water chestnuts, green onions, and ginger to the bowl with the pork and shrimp.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix together low sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, egg white, and cornstarch until well combined, then add to the pork mixture.
Step 4
Mix all ingredients well until thoroughly combined to form a consistent filling.
Step 5
Take one wonton wrapper and place about a tablespoon of filling in the center.
Step 6
Gently gather the edges of the wrapper around the filling, focusing on shaping it into an open-top dumpling, and lightly squeeze to secure the filling.
Step 7
Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
Step 8
Prepare a steamer by bringing water to a gentle boil.
Step 9
Line the steamer basket with parchment paper or a cloth to prevent sticking.
Step 10
Place dumplings in the steamer basket, making sure they do not touch each other.
Step 11
Steam the dumplings over boiling water for 12-15 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through and the shrimp are opaque.
Step 12
Remove from steamer with care and garnish with a small amount of finely diced carrot on each dumpling before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (727.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1459.2 |
| Total Fat 68.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g | |
| Cholesterol 420.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1432.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 101.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.1g | |
| Protein 109.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 221.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1036.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories