How to Make Shrimp Dim Sum

Shrimp Dim Sum

Har gow are delicate dumplings with a thin, translucent wrapper filled with shrimp. They are a popular dim sum dish and are often served with black vinegar and chili oil.

Here's a simple recipe for shrimp dim sum:

Ingredients

1. Dough:

- 2 cups all-purpose flour

- 1/2 cup warm water

- 1/4 teaspoon yeast

- 1/4 teaspoon salt

- 1/4 teaspoon sugar

- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

2. Filling:

- 1/2 pound large shrimp, peeled and chopped

- 1/4 cup finely chopped cabbage

- 1/4 cup finely chopped scallions (green onions)

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 tablespoon soy sauce

- 1 tablespoon sesame oil

- Salt and pepper to taste

3. Dipping Sauce:

- 2 tablespoons soy sauce

- 1 tablespoon vinegar

- 1 tablespoon chili oil

- 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Instructions

1. Make the dough: Combine flour, warm water, yeast, salt, sugar, and vegetable oil. Mix until smooth. Knead for 10 minutes. Let rest for 1 hour.

2. Prepare the filling: Mix shrimp, cabbage, scallions, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil.

3. Assemble the dim sum: Divide dough into small balls. Roll out each ball into a thin circle. Place 1 tablespoon shrimp filling in the center. Fold and seal edges.

4. Steam the dim sum: Place dim sum in a steamer basket. Steam for 8-10 minutes.

5. Serve: Serve with dipping sauce.

Tips

1. Use fresh shrimp.

2. Don't overwork the dough.

3. Adjust seasoning to taste.

4. Use a bamboo steamer for authentic flavor.

5. Serve immediately.

Variations

1. Add chopped mushrooms or water chestnuts to the filling.

2. Use different types of wrappers (wonton or rice paper).

3. Add aromatics like ginger or star anise to the filling.

4. Experiment with various dipping sauces.

Traditional Cantonese-Style Shrimp Dim Sum (Har Gow)

For an authentic Cantonese-style Har Gow, add:

1. 1 tablespoon cornstarch to the filling.

2. 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro.

3. 1 tablespoon grated ginger.

Enjoy your homemade shrimp dim sum!

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