Asian steamed dumplings, a ubiquitous delicacy across various cultures, are a culinary delight that offer a harmonious blend of flavors, textures, and aromas. These delicate parcels, crafted from pliable dough and filled with an array of savory or sweet ingredients, are a versatile addition to any meal, be it a casual lunch, a celebratory dinner, or a dim sum brunch. Whether you prefer the classic pork and shrimp filling, the vegetarian delight of tofu and shiitake mushrooms, or the unique flavors of lamb and cumin, the possibilities are endless. In this comprehensive guide, we will embark on a culinary journey, exploring the intricacies of Asian steamed dumpling filling, providing expert tips and uncovering the secrets to creating mouthwatering dumplings that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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ASIAN STEAMED DUMPLING FILLING
This a really terrific filling for those Asian steamed dumplings. The recipe was given to me by a good friend who is a chef at Benihana. You can use ground pork, ground shrimp, or ground turkey with great success. I have posted the recipe using ground pork because that is the typical mixture most people are accustomed to... but shrimp is a great indulgence and ground turkey is what I usually use and I love it.
Provided by Pot Scrubber
Categories Asian
Time 34m
Yield 8 big egg roll dumplings, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Whisk all ingredients for the dipping sauce well and set aside.
- Mix all of the meat mixture ingredients together and let it marinade for an hour or so for best flavor.
- Place a scant tablespoon of filling in the center of a wrapper and fold and tuck. You know how it is done or look up a video tutorial on Youtube.( I really suck at folding those little time-consuming dumplings so for years I have just bought egg roll wrappers and make them like that) They aren't as pretty as the little cute parcels but it is a huge time saver for me.
- Steam them for 9 minutes. If you have a Chinese steamer- fine. (I don't) You can use a vegetable steamer in a large sauce pan or I use my electric wok with the steamer attachment. Spray the steamer rack with Pam or vegetable and you will have no problem with them sticking.
- The serving size is subjective depending on whether you use little wonton wrappers or egg roll wrappers so don't pay any attention to that -- but I had to enter something. The recipe will feed four however you decide to make them unless you are a glutton like me and then the serving size is just for one with a little bit left over for a snack the next day :-).
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PORK DUMPLINGS
These tasty treats make a perfect appetizer or you can serve them as a main dish. For a main dish count on about 15 dumplings per person. Serve with hoisin sauce, hot Chinese-style mustard and toasted sesame seeds.
Provided by Lorna
Categories Main Dish Recipes Dumpling Recipes
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the pork, ginger, garlic, green onion, soy sauce, sesame oil, egg and cabbage. Stir until well mixed.
- Place 1 heaping teaspoon of pork filling onto each wonton skin. Moisten edges with water and fold edges over to form a triangle shape. Roll edges slightly to seal in filling. Set dumplings aside on a lightly floured surface until ready to cook.
- To Cook: Steam dumplings in a covered bamboo or metal steamer for about 15 to 20 minutes. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 751.5 calories, Carbohydrate 81.1 g, Cholesterol 128.9 mg, Fat 28.8 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 39.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.7 g, Sodium 1448.8 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
ASIAN CHICKEN DUMPLINGS
To celebrate my two daughters' heritage, we occasionally make Chinese food, especially around traditional holidays like the Lunar New Year. I took a classic pork dumpling recipe and modified it using ground chicken so we can have them anytime, not just during the holidays. -Joy Olcott, Millersville, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 50m
Yield 2.50 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place the first 7 ingredients in a food processor; cover and process until finely chopped. Add water; cover and process until blended., Place 1 tablespoon chicken mixture in the center of 1 wrapper. (Keep remaining wrappers covered with a damp paper towel to prevent them from drying out.) Moisten edges with water. Fold wrapper over filling to form a semicircle; press edges firmly to seal, pleating the front side to form 3 to 5 folds. , Holding sealed edges, stand each dumpling on an even surface; press to flatten bottom. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling; cover dumplings with plastic wrap., Line a steamer basket with 4 cabbage leaves. Arrange dumplings in batches 1 in. apart over cabbage; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 10-12 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165°. Discard cabbage. Repeat. Serve with soy sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 45 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 109mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.
CHINESE STEAMED DUMPLINGS WITH DIPPING SAUCE
I used to love this Chinese-restaurant appetizer so much that my mother reverse-engineered the recipe. These dumplings have an interesting taste and are great for parties. They also freeze well. Hope you enjoy them--it's worth the work involved.
Provided by Myra9035
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h20m
Yield 15 dumplings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix ingredients for dipping sauce and set aside.
- Lightly oil a large bowl.
- Put the flour and salt in another large bowl, piled up.
- Make a dent in the top of the pile, and crack the egg into it.
- Mix the egg into the flour.
- Add enough water to the mixture to make a thick dough.
- The consistency should be like bread dough.
- In any case, don't add too much water--it shouldn't be like batter at all!
- Turn the dough out onto the flour-dusted counter, and form into a ball.
- (It helps to flour your hands first).
- Place the dough into the oiled bowl and cover with plastic wrap (cellofane).
- Let stand 1 hour.
- Meanwhile mix all ingredients for filling and place in the fridge.
- Next, remove dough and place on flour-dusted counter (or work surface).
- Knead a bit and flatten until very thin (but not see-through or falling apart).
- Using a large, round cookie-cutter (or bottom of coffee can or top of glass) cut three-inch rounds.
- Don't place them on top of each other, as they could stick together!
- Knead the leftover pieces together again and cut more rounds until there's no dough left.
- Spoon a bit of the filling into the center of each round and fold in half (to make a semi-circle shape).
- Seal edges with a bit of water, and use tongs of a fork to decorate the edge.
- To prepare, either steam the dumplings (if you have a steamer) for 15 mins, or boil for 10 mins.
- If you boil, add some oil to the water and don't overcrowd the pan--make them in batches.
- If you like, you can fry the dumplings in a skillet or wok to brown them before serving.
- Handle gently!
CHINESE PORK DUMPLINGS
In Seattle's International District, Liana Cafe House sells traditional Chinese pork dumplings from a tiny takeout shop. See how to make them at home.
Provided by Allrecipes
Categories Main Dish Recipes Dumpling Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine 1/2 cup soy sauce, rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon chives, sesame seeds, and chile sauce in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Mix pork, garlic, egg, 2 tablespoons chives, soy sauce, sesame oil, and ginger in a large bowl until thoroughly combined. Place a dumpling wrapper on a lightly floured work surface and spoon about 1 tablespoon of the filling in the middle. Wet the edge with a little water and crimp together forming small pleats to seal the dumpling. Repeat with remaining dumpling wrappers and filling.
- Heat 1 to 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place 8 to 10 dumplings in the pan and cook until browned, about 2 minutes per side. Pour in 1 cup of water, cover and cook until the dumplings are tender and the pork is cooked through, about 5 minutes. Repeat for remaining dumplings. Serve with soy sauce mixture for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 539.9 calories, Carbohydrate 50.2 g, Cholesterol 103.2 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 27.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 2372.9 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
Tips:
- Choose the right ingredients. Make sure to use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best results.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the dumplings tough. Mix the dough just until it comes together.
- Use a variety of fillings. There are endless possibilities for fillings, so get creative and experiment.
- Seal the dumplings tightly. This will prevent the filling from leaking out during cooking.
- Steam the dumplings until they are cooked through. The dumplings are done when they are opaque and have a slightly chewy texture.
- Serve the dumplings with your favorite dipping sauce. Some popular dipping sauces include soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili sauce.
Conclusion:
Asian steamed dumplings are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. With a variety of fillings and dipping sauces to choose from, there is sure to be a dumpling recipe that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give Asian steamed dumplings a try.
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