Vegetarian Shrimp Shumai

Experience the delicate charm of **Vegetarian Shrimp Shumai**, a plant-based spin on the classic dim sum favorite. Featuring tender, savory plant-based shrimp combined with grated carrot, crunchy water chestnuts, and fragrant ginger and garlic, this recipe delivers a harmonious balance of textures and bold, umami-rich flavors. Wrapped in thin wonton wrappers and steamed to perfection, each shumai is a bite-sized marvel that's perfect for appetizers, parties, or a cozy dumpling feast at home. Best of all, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 40 minutes, making it ideal for weeknight indulgence. Serve these delectable dumplings with a side of soy sauce for dipping and watch them disappear in no time! Perfect for vegetarians, dim sum enthusiasts, and anyone looking to try something new.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 200 grams Plant-based shrimp
• 1 medium Carrot
• 5 pieces Water chestnuts
• 2 stalks Green onion
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 24 pieces Wonton wrappers
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Grate the carrot and set aside. Drain and finely chop the water chestnuts. Finely dice the green onion stalks, including the white and green parts separately.

Step 2

In a food processor, add the plant-based shrimp, grated carrot, chopped water chestnuts, white part of the green onions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Pulse the mixture until everything is well incorporated but still slightly chunky.

Step 3

Transfer the mixture to a bowl and gently mix in the green parts of the green onions.

Step 4

Place a wonton wrapper on a flat surface and add about 1 tablespoon of filling in the center. Gently gather the edges of the wrapper around the filling while pressing at the base to create a small cup shape. Leave the top open with the filling exposed.

Step 5

Repeat the process with the remaining wrappers and filling.

Step 6

Prepare a steamer by bringing water to a gentle simmer in a pot. Line the steamer basket with parchment paper or cabbage leaves to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Place the shumai in the steamer basket, ensuring they do not touch. Cover and steam for about 8-10 minutes until the wrappers become translucent and the filling is heated through.

Step 8

Carefully remove the shumai and serve hot with soy sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(621.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	860.9

Total Fat 19.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3917.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 144.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.9g	0%
Total Sugars 7.7g
Protein 32.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 190.1mg	0%
Iron 9.7mg	0%
Potassium 967.0mg	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: 19.9%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 65.3%