Shrimp Shau Mai Dim Sum Dumpling

Delight your taste buds with Shrimp Shau Mai Dim Sum Dumplings, a staple of traditional Chinese cuisine known for its delicate texture and savory filling. These handcrafted dumplings feature a luscious blend of finely chopped shrimp, ground pork, and aromatic seasonings like soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper, perfectly balanced with the crunch of minced water chestnuts and scallions. Wrapped in wonton wrappers and garnished with a pop of grated carrot, they’re steamed to perfection in just 10 minutes, creating tender dumplings with a flavorful, juicy filling. Perfect for dim sum lovers or as an impressive appetizer, these dumplings shine when paired with soy sauce or spicy chili oil. Easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, this recipe makes 20 servings of bite-sized indulgence that’s sure to impress! Keywords: shrimp shau mai, dim sum dumplings, Chinese dumplings, steamed shrimp dumplings, homemade dim sum, traditional Chinese recipes, easy appetizer recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

• 250 grams Shrimp (peeled, deveined, and finely chopped)
• 150 grams Ground pork
• 1 large Egg white
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon White pepper
• 4 pieces Water chestnuts (finely minced)
• 2 stalks Scallions (finely chopped)
• 20 pieces Wonton wrappers
• 2 tablespoons Carrot (grated for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, ground pork, egg white, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, sugar, salt, and white pepper. Mix thoroughly until the filling becomes slightly sticky and well combined.

Step 2

Fold in the minced water chestnuts and chopped scallions to add a crunchy texture and fresh flavor to the filling mixture.

Step 3

Prepare the wonton wrappers by laying them on a clean, flat surface. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the filling onto the center of each wrapper.

Step 4

Gently gather the edges of the wrapper around the filling, pinching lightly to form a cup shape with the filling exposed at the top. Repeat for all wrappers.

Step 5

Use your fingers to smooth out the top of the filling for a uniform look, then sprinkle a small pinch of grated carrot on each dumpling for garnish.

Step 6

Line a bamboo or metal steamer with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Arrange the Shau Mai dumplings in a single layer, ensuring they do not touch each other.

Step 7

Bring a pot of water to a boil and set the steamer over the pot. Cover with a lid and steam the dumplings over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes, or until the filling is fully cooked and the wrappers become tender.

Step 8

Carefully remove the dumplings from the steamer and transfer to a serving plate. Serve hot with soy sauce, chili oil, or your favorite dipping sauce for a delicious dim sum experience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(819.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1355.6

Total Fat 47.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 607.5mg	0%
Sodium 3391.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 110.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 11.4g
Protein 122.0g	0%

Vitamin D 380IU	0%
Calcium 231.3mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 1680.9mg	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: 31.3%

Protein: 36.0%

Carbs: 32.7%