Pork Dim Sum

Delight your taste buds with these tender and flavorful Pork Dim Sum, a quintessential staple of Chinese cuisine that's perfect for any occasion. Enveloped in delicate dumpling wrappers, the filling combines ground pork with a medley of aromatic ingredients like soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and freshly grated ginger, creating a savory blend that’s irresistible. A hint of white pepper and optional crunchy water chestnuts add depth and texture to every bite. Steamed until perfectly juicy, these dim sum are surprisingly easy to make and ready in under an hour. Serve them fresh with soy sauce or chili oil for an authentic and satisfying dining experience. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or main dish, this pork dim sum recipe is sure to impress your family and friends.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 250 grams ground pork
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 0.5 teaspoons white pepper
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely grated
• 1 clove garlic, finely minced
• 1 stalk green onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons water chestnuts, diced (optional)
• 30 pieces dumpling wrappers
• 3 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, soy sauce, sesame oil, oyster sauce, cornstarch, white pepper, grated ginger, minced garlic, chopped green onion, and diced water chestnuts (if using). Mix thoroughly until well combined.

Step 2

Prepare your workspace by laying out the dumpling wrappers and a small bowl of water.

Step 3

Place 1 teaspoon of the pork mixture in the center of each dumpling wrapper.

Step 4

Dip your finger into the water and wet the edges of the wrapper.

Step 5

Fold the wrapper in half to form a half-moon shape or use a pleating technique to seal the edges securely. Set each dumpling aside on a lightly floured surface to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Prepare a steamer by lining the baskets with parchment paper or cabbage leaves to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Place the dumplings into the steamer basket, ensuring they are not touching each other.

Step 8

Bring a pot of water to a boil and place the steamer basket on top. Steam the dumplings for 10–12 minutes or until the pork is fully cooked through.

Step 9

Remove the dumplings from the steamer and let rest for 1–2 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve the dim sum with soy sauce, chili oil, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1893.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5128.7

Total Fat 96.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 225mg	0%
Sodium 7750.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 912.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.5g	0%
Total Sugars 1.2g
Protein 188.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 405.3mg	0%
Iron 33.1mg	0%
Potassium 1164.3mg	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: 16.4%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 69.3%