Soy-Free Siu Mai (Chinese Dim Sum Dumplings)

Elevate your dim sum experience with these Soy-Free Siu Mai, a delightful take on the traditional Chinese dumplings. Packed with a savory filling of ground pork, succulent shrimp, and the subtle crunch of water chestnuts, these handmade delights are bursting with flavor. Aromatic ginger, garlic, and sesame oil enhance the umami-rich filling, while finely grated carrot adds a charming touch of color. Crafted with wonton wrappers and steamed to perfection, these dumplings offer an authentic taste of dim sum without the use of soy-based ingredients. Perfect as an appetizer or main course, they’re a crowd-pleasing option for authentic Chinese cuisine at home. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy the irresistible flavors of this steamed classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 5

Ingredients

• 300 grams Ground pork
• 150 grams Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 50 grams Water chestnuts, chopped
• 2 stalks Green onions, finely chopped
• 1 large Egg
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 30 pieces Wonton wrappers
• 1 small Carrot, finely grated (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Start by chopping the shrimp into small pieces and add them to a mixing bowl with the ground pork.

Step 2

Add the chopped water chestnuts, finely chopped green onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the bowl.

Step 3

Crack the egg into the mixture and add the oyster sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.

Step 5

Lay out the wonton wrappers on a clean surface. Spoon about a tablespoon of the mixture into the center of each wrapper.

Step 6

Gather the edges of the wrapper up and around the filling, leaving the center exposed and squeezing gently to hold the shape. The dumpling should resemble a small cup.

Step 7

Decorate the tops of each dumpling with a pinch of finely grated carrot.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Place each dumpling on a parchment paper-lined bamboo steamer basket, ensuring they are not touching.

Step 10

Steam the dumplings for 15-20 minutes or until the pork is cooked through and the dumplings are firm.

Step 11

Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(981.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1916.3

Total Fat 87.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.8g
Cholesterol 782.5mg	0%
Sodium 4772.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 137.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g	0%
Total Sugars 6.7g
Protein 144.8g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 339.2mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 1292.0mg	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: 41.2%

Protein: 30.2%

Carbs: 28.6%