Vegan Ha Gau (Har Gow) - Cantonese Shrimp Dumplings

Delight in the delicate flavors and textures of Vegan Ha Gau (Har Gow), a plant-based twist on the classic Cantonese shrimp dumplings. This recipe masterfully recreates the translucent, chewy dumpling wrappers using a blend of rice flour, tapioca starch, and potato starch, while the filling boasts a savory medley of finely chopped king oyster mushrooms, crunchy water chestnuts, and fragrant spring onions. Combined with ginger, garlic, and a splash of soy sauce and sesame oil, the filling captures the essence of traditional dim sum in every bite. Perfectly steamed to showcase their soft, translucent dough and hearty vegan filling, these dumplings are ideal for a light appetizer or a show-stopping addition to your next dim sum spread. Serve them fresh and warm with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce for a truly satisfying experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup rice flour
• 1 cup tapioca starch
• 3 cups hot water
• 2 tablespoons potato starch
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 cup king oyster mushrooms, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup water chestnuts, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons spring onions, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 0.25 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1 clove garlic, minced

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the filling by mixing together the chopped king oyster mushrooms, water chestnuts, spring onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, white pepper, ginger, and garlic in a bowl. Set aside.

Step 2

To make the dumpling dough, combine the rice flour, tapioca starch, potato starch, and salt in a large bowl. Gradually add the hot water while stirring continuously until a dough forms.

Step 3

Add the vegetable oil to the dough and knead until smooth and slightly sticky. Cover with a damp cloth to prevent drying out.

Step 4

Divide the dough into small balls, approximately the size of a cherry. Roll each ball on a flat surface into a thin circle using a small rolling pin.

Step 5

Place a small spoonful of filling in the center of each dough circle. Gently fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape, pinching the edges to seal tightly. Pleat the edges for a traditional look.

Step 6

Prepare a steamer by lining it with parchment paper or a light coating of oil. Arrange the dumplings in the steamer, leaving space between each one.

Step 7

Steam the dumplings over boiling water for about 10-15 minutes or until the dough becomes translucent and the filling is cooked through.

Step 8

Carefully remove from the steamer and serve warm. Enjoy your vegan Ha Gau with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1474.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1956.2

Total Fat 29.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1830.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 403.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.9g	0%
Total Sugars 16.3g
Protein 20.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 192.5mg	0%
Iron 6.1mg	0%
Potassium 1421.4mg	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: 13.5%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 82.4%