Vegan Shumai

Delight in the delicate, savory flavors of Vegan Shumai, a plant-based twist on the beloved dim sum classic. These bite-sized dumplings are filled with a beautifully seasoned blend of shiitake mushrooms, crumbled tofu, fresh cabbage, carrot, and green onions, all enhanced with soy sauce, sesame oil, and aromatic hints of ginger and garlic. Wrapped in tender vegan dumpling wrappers and steamed to perfection, each shumai is a light yet satisfying treat. Perfect for an appetizer or a shareable snack, this recipe is quick to make, requiring just 30 minutes of prep time, and offers a gorgeous presentation with its open-top design. Serve them steaming hot with a sprinkle of sesame seeds or a drizzle of soy sauce for an authentic, crowd-pleasing dish that’s entirely plant-based.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams shiitake mushrooms
• 200 grams firm tofu
• 2 stalks green onions
• 1 medium carrot
• 100 grams cabbage
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 24 pieces round dumpling wrappers (vegan, wonton-style)
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
• 1 clove garlic, minced

Directions

Step 1

Clean the shiitake mushrooms with a damp cloth and finely chop them.

Step 2

Press the tofu to remove excess moisture, then crumble it into small pieces.

Step 3

Finely mince the green onions, and grate or finely chop the carrot and cabbage.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the shiitake mushrooms, crumbled tofu, green onions, carrot, and cabbage.

Step 5

Add soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, sesame seeds, black pepper, fresh ginger, and garlic to the vegetable mixture. Mix until well combined.

Step 6

Take a dumpling wrapper in your hand and place about a tablespoon of filling in the center.

Step 7

Gather the edges of the wrapper, pleating along the sides while keeping the top open, and gently squeeze to seal the base.

Step 8

Repeat with the remaining filling and wrappers.

Step 9

Prepare a steam basket with a parchment paper liner, or lightly oil it to prevent sticking.

Step 10

Place shumai in the steam basket, leaving some space between them.

Step 11

Bring water to a boil in a steamer pot, then place the basket inside and cover with a lid.

Step 12

Steam the shumai for about 10-12 minutes, until the wrapper becomes translucent and the filling is heated through.

Step 13

Carefully remove the shumai from the steamer and serve hot, garnished with additional sesame seeds or green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(899.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1001.5

Total Fat 32.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1509.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 139.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.9g	0%
Total Sugars 15.8g
Protein 44.9g	0%

Vitamin D 36IU	0%
Calcium 439.3mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 1582.2mg	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: 28.2%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 54.3%