Vegetarian Siew Mai (Chinese Dumplings)

Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Vegetarian Siew Mai, a plant-based twist on the beloved Chinese dim sum classic. Packed with a savory medley of finely chopped button and shiitake mushrooms, water chestnuts, and a touch of firm tofu for added texture, these bite-sized dumplings are infused with the aromatic flavors of ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Wrapped in delicate wonton wrappers and gently steamed to perfection, they boast a tender yet hearty filling that's both satisfying and bursting with umami. Quick to prepare and ready in under an hour, they’re the perfect addition to your next homemade dim sum spread or a cozy appetizer for family gatherings. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for a flavorful, crowd-pleasing treat.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 30 sheets wonton wrappers
• 200 grams button mushrooms
• 100 grams shiitake mushrooms
• 200 grams firm tofu
• 100 grams water chestnuts
• 1 medium carrot
• 2 stalks spring onions
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 teaspoon ginger
• 1 tablespoon peanut oil

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop the button mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, water chestnuts, and carrot.

Step 2

Crumble the firm tofu using your hands or a fork.

Step 3

Mince the spring onions and grate the ginger.

Step 4

Heat the peanut oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the ginger, chopped mushrooms, and a pinch of salt to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms have released their moisture and begin to brown.

Step 6

Add the chopped water chestnuts, carrot, and crumbled tofu to the skillet. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Stir in the soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to combine the flavors.

Step 8

Remove from heat and mix in the spring onions and cornstarch. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.

Step 9

Take a wonton wrapper and place about a tablespoon of the filling in the center. Gather the edges and gently press them around the filling without sealing the top.

Step 10

Repeat the process with the remaining wrappers and filling.

Step 11

Prepare a steamer with water and bring it to a boil.

Step 12

Line the steamer basket with parchment paper or cabbage leaves to prevent sticking.

Step 13

Place the dumplings in the steamer, leaving space between each dumpling.

Step 14

Steam the dumplings for about 8-10 minutes or until the wrappers become translucent and the filling is heated through.

Step 15

Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1064.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1223.1

Total Fat 40.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3369.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 170.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.5g	0%
Total Sugars 18.3g
Protein 57.6g	0%

Vitamin D 18IU	0%
Calcium 480.9mg	0%
Iron 13.1mg	0%
Potassium 2466.5mg	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: 28.5%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 53.5%