Nut-Free Har Gao (Shrimp Dumplings)

Delight in the delicate flavors of Nut-Free Har Gao (Shrimp Dumplings), a reinvented dim sum classic that’s perfect for those with nut allergies. Crafted with a tender handmade dough made from wheat and tapioca starches, these translucent dumplings encase a luscious filling of minced shrimp, pork fat, and a hint of sesame oil for an authentic touch. The recipe ensures restaurant-quality results at home, with step-by-step guidance on rolling the perfect dumpling wrappers and achieving the signature chewy texture. Steamed to perfection in a bamboo steamer, these nut-free dumplings are ideal for an elegant appetizer or a showstopping main feature. Pair them with your favorite dipping sauce for an unforgettable culinary experience that brings the charm of dim sum into your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 30 grams Pork fat, chilled
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon White pepper
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 250 milliliters Water
• 90 grams Wheat starch (also known as tang flour)
• 40 grams Tapioca starch
• 2 teaspoons Cooking oil

Directions

Step 1

Chop the shrimp and pork fat finely or process in a food processor until coarsely minced.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine chopped shrimp and pork fat with cornstarch, sugar, salt, white pepper, and sesame oil. Mix well and set aside to marinate.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, bring 250ml water to a boil. Remove from heat, and quickly mix in wheat starch and tapioca starch using a spatula. Stir vigorously until you have a cohesive dough.

Step 4

Turn the dough out onto a lightly dusted cornstarch surface and knead while it is hot (be cautious with temperature) until smooth.

Step 5

Divide the dough into 24 equal pieces and cover with a damp cloth to prevent drying.

Step 6

Using a small rolling pin, roll each piece of dough into a thin circle about 7cm in diameter.

Step 7

Place about a teaspoon of the shrimp filling onto the center of each wrapper. Gently fold the wrapper over the filling to form a half-moon shape and press the edges to seal.

Step 8

Arrange dumplings in a single layer in a bamboo steamer lined with parchment paper or cabbage leaves to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Steam the dumplings over boiling water for 6-8 minutes, or until the shrimp filling is cooked through.

Step 10

Remove from steamer and serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(710.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1246.6

Total Fat 54.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 501.0mg	0%
Sodium 1476.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.1g	0%
Total Sugars 5.5g
Protein 60.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 204.4mg	0%
Iron 1.6mg	0%
Potassium 680.3mg	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: 39.1%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 41.6%