Prawn Dumplings

Delight your taste buds with these handmade Prawn Dumplings, a perfect balance of succulent prawns, crunchy water chestnuts, and aromatic ginger, all wrapped in delicate dumpling wrappers. Infused with the rich umami of oyster sauce and a hint of sesame oil, these bite-sized treasures are steamed to perfection, creating a tender texture that melts in your mouth. This authentic recipe, ready in just 40 minutes, features an irresistible soy-vinegar dipping sauce that enhances every bite. Ideal for appetizers or light meals, these dumplings are a must-try for fans of Asian cuisine and make a stunning addition to any table. Perfectly balanced flavors, simple ingredients, and a touch of gourmet – these prawn-filled delights are a crowd-pleaser you can't resist!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams fresh prawns
• 50 grams water chestnuts
• 2 stalks spring onions
• 1 tablespoon ginger
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 0.25 teaspoon white pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 20 pieces dumpling wrappers
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Start by cleaning the prawns thoroughly and removing their shells and veins.

Step 2

Coarsely chop the prawns. Place them in a medium-sized bowl.

Step 3

Finely chop the water chestnuts and add them to the bowl with the prawns.

Step 4

Thinly slice the spring onions and add them to the prawn mixture.

Step 5

Grate the ginger and add it to the mixture.

Step 6

Add cornstarch, oyster sauce, sesame oil, white pepper, and salt to the prawn mixture. Mix all ingredients well to combine.

Step 7

Place a dumpling wrapper on a flat surface and place about one tablespoon of the filling in the center.

Step 8

Moisten the edges of the wrapper with a bit of water. Fold the wrapper in half over the filling to make a semicircle.

Step 9

Pleat the edges or press firmly to seal the dumpling. Repeat the process until all filling or wrappers are used.

Step 10

In a steamer, bring water to a boil. Line the steamer basket with parchment paper or cabbage leaves to prevent sticking.

Step 11

Place the dumplings in the steamer basket, ensuring they are not touching each other, and steam over boiling water for about 10 minutes.

Step 12

In a small bowl, mix soy sauce and vinegar for the dipping sauce.

Step 13

Once cooked, remove dumplings carefully and serve hot with the dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1578.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3811.4

Total Fat 43.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.7g
Cholesterol 472.5mg	0%
Sodium 5664.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 728.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.0g	0%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein 159.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 379.9mg	0%
Iron 26.1mg	0%
Potassium 1622.9mg	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: 9.9%

Protein: 16.1%

Carbs: 74.0%