Siu Mai (Pork and Shrimp Dumplings)

Delight your taste buds with these homemade Siu Mai (Pork and Shrimp Dumplings), a classic dim sum favorite that combines juicy ground pork, succulent shrimp, and the earthy aroma of shiitake mushrooms. Enhanced by the crunch of water chestnuts and a balance of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil, these flavorful dumplings are bundled in delicate wonton wrappers and topped with a vibrant carrot garnish. Perfectly steamed in just 10 minutes, each bite offers a rich blend of textures and savory notes. Serve them straight from the steamer with a side of soy sauce or chili oil for dipping, making them an impressive appetizer or snack that's sure to please. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply indulging in a culinary adventure, these dumplings are the ideal way to bring the authentic taste of dim sum into your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 400 grams ground pork
• 150 grams shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 medium shiitake mushrooms
• 50 grams water chestnuts
• 2 stalks green onions
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon white pepper
• 30 pieces wonton wrappers
• 1 small carrot

Directions

Step 1

Start by finely chopping the shrimp into small pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Finely dice the shiitake mushrooms, water chestnuts, and green onions. Add them to the bowl with the shrimp.

Step 3

Add the ground pork to the bowl, followed by soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, salt, and white pepper.

Step 4

Using clean hands or a spoon, mix all the ingredients thoroughly until they are well combined and the mixture feels slightly sticky.

Step 5

Peel and finely grate the carrot. Set aside for garnish.

Step 6

Take a wonton wrapper and place about a tablespoon of the filling in the center.

Step 7

Gently gather up the sides of the wrapper and mold it around the filling, leaving the top exposed. You can gently press the open top down slightly to even it out.

Step 8

Place a small pinch of the grated carrot on top of each dumpling as garnish.

Step 9

Prepare a steamer by bringing water to a boil and reduce it to a simmer.

Step 10

Line the steamer basket with parchment paper or lightly oil it to prevent sticking.

Step 11

Place the siu mai in the steamer basket, leaving space between each to avoid sticking.

Step 12

Cover and steam the siu mai for about 8-10 minutes or until the pork is cooked through.

Step 13

Once cooked, carefully remove the siu mai from the steamer.

Step 14

Serve immediately, optionally with soy sauce or chili oil for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1124g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2171.2

Total Fat 101.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 652.9mg	0%
Sodium 4272.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 146.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g	0%
Total Sugars 8.5g
Protein 167.7g	0%

Vitamin D 12.6IU	0%
Calcium 332.3mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 1530.4mg	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: 41.9%

Protein: 31.0%

Carbs: 27.1%