Low Sodium Steamed Prawn Dumplings
Delight in the light and flavorful world of these Low Sodium Steamed Prawn Dumplings, a healthier twist on a beloved dim sum classic. Brimming with juicy minced prawns, crisp water chestnuts, aromatic garlic, and ginger, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between savory indulgence and mindful eating. A touch of low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar enhances the natural sweetness of the prawns without overwhelming the palate, while the delicate dumpling wrappers cradle the flavorful filling. Steamed to perfection, these dumplings are tender, translucent, and unbelievably satisfying. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, they’re ideal as an appetizer or a light entrée. Serve them hot with a side of low-sodium soy sauce for dipping, and enjoy a guilt-free treat that's high in protein but low in sodium!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams Raw prawns (peeled and deveined)
- 50 grams Water chestnuts (chopped finely)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
- 1 teaspoon Low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Scallions (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 20 pieces Round dumpling wrappers (store-bought or homemade)
- 0 Non-stick cooking spray
- 0 as needed Water (for steaming)
Directions
Step 1
1. Roughly chop the prawns and place them in a food processor. Pulse a few times until the prawns are coarsely minced. Be careful not to over-process into a paste.
Step 2
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the minced prawns, water chestnuts, garlic, ginger, low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, scallions, rice vinegar, and cornstarch until the mixture is well-blended.
Step 3
3. Take one dumpling wrapper and place it on a clean surface. Add about 1 teaspoon of the prawn filling to the center of the wrapper. Lightly moisten the edges of the wrapper with water.
Step 4
4. Fold the wrapper in half to create a crescent shape, pressing the edges together to seal. Optionally, pleat the edges for a decorative finish. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
Step 5
5. Prepare your steamer by adding water to the base and lining the steamer basket with parchment paper or lightly spraying it with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Step 6
6. Arrange the dumplings in the steamer basket, ensuring they do not touch each other. Cover the steamer with a lid.
Step 7
7. Place the steamer over medium heat and steam the dumplings for 8-10 minutes or until the prawns are fully cooked and the wrappers become translucent.
Step 8
8. Carefully remove the dumplings from the steamer and serve immediately with a side of low-sodium soy sauce, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (978.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1243.5 |
| Total Fat 25.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g | |
| Cholesterol 472.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 945.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 177.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.7g | |
| Protein 81.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 211.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1182.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories