Vegetarian Siu Mai (Chinese Dim Sum Dumplings)

Delight in the flavors of authentic Chinese dim sum with this Vegetarian Siu Mai recipe—an irresistible plant-based twist on the classic dumpling dish. Filled with a savory blend of shiitake mushrooms, crumbled tofu, grated carrot, and crunchy water chestnuts, these bite-sized delights are perfectly seasoned with soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic for a flavor-packed experience. Wrapped in delicate wonton wrappers and steamed to perfection, these dumplings boast a tender texture and vibrant color, enhanced by a garnish of fresh spring onions. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-follow recipe yields 30 dumplings, making it perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a satisfying snack. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for an unforgettable vegetarian dim sum experience that’s delicious, nourishing, and entirely meat-free!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 30

Ingredients

• 150 grams shiitake mushrooms
• 200 grams firm tofu
• 1 medium carrot
• 100 grams water chestnuts
• 50 grams green peas
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon ginger
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 0.5 teaspoon white pepper
• 30 pieces wonton wrappers
• 2 tablespoons spring onions

Directions

Step 1

Begin by soaking the shiitake mushrooms in warm water for about 20 minutes or until they are soft. Once softened, squeeze out the excess water and finely chop them.

Step 2

Dice the firm tofu into small cubes and crumble them gently.

Step 3

Peel the carrot and finely grate it. Chop the water chestnuts into small pieces.

Step 4

In a large bowl, combine the chopped mushrooms, crumbled tofu, grated carrot, chopped water chestnuts, and green peas.

Step 5

Add soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, cornstarch, and white pepper to the vegetable mixture. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 6

Lay a wonton wrapper flat on a clean surface. Place about 1 tablespoon of filling in the center of the wrapper.

Step 7

Gather the edges of the wrapper around the filling, leaving the top exposed, and gently squeeze to form a small cup shape. Repeat the process for all the dumplings.

Step 8

Prepare a steamer by bringing water to a boil in a pot and placing a steamer basket over it. Line the steamer basket with a piece of parchment paper.

Step 9

Arrange the Siu Mai in the steamer basket, leaving some space between each dumpling.

Step 10

Cover and steam the dumplings over medium-high heat for about 10-12 minutes or until the filling is cooked through.

Step 11

Once done, remove the dumplings from the steamer and garnish with chopped spring onions.

Step 12

Serve the Vegetarian Siu Mai hot with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1125g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1175.1

Total Fat 26.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2210.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 189.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.3g	0%
Total Sugars 22.4g
Protein 58.6g	0%

Vitamin D 27IU	0%
Calcium 618.5mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 2607.5mg	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: 19.4%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 61.5%