Shumai

Delight your taste buds with this irresistible Shumai recipe, a beloved staple of traditional Chinese dim sum. These tender, bite-sized dumplings are filled with a luscious blend of ground pork, juicy shrimp, crunchy water chestnuts, and fragrant green onions, seasoned with soy sauce, sesame oil, and a hint of white pepper for the perfect savory-umami balance. Encased in delicate wonton wrappers and topped with a sprinkle of vibrant grated carrot, these handmade dumplings are steamed to perfection, making them juicy, flavorful, and utterly satisfying. Ready in just 40 minutes, these Shumai are an impressive appetizer or party favorite, served best with a side of soy-based dipping sauce. Perfect for dumpling lovers, this recipe is a must-try for your next culinary adventure into Asian cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 30

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground pork
• 100 grams shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 50 grams water chestnuts, finely chopped
• 2 units green onions, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 unit egg
• 0.5 teaspoon white pepper
• 30 units wonton wrappers
• 1 tablespoon carrot, finely grated

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, chopped shrimp, chopped water chestnuts, and green onions.

Step 2

Add soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, egg, and white pepper to the meat mixture. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Gently gather the edges of the wrapper up around the filling, leaving the top open and shaping it into a cup shape. Press the filling slightly to ensure it is compact.

Step 5

Repeat the process with the remaining wrappers and filling.

Step 6

Prepare a steamer by lining it with parchment paper or a lightly oiled cabbage leaf to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Place shumai in the steamer, leaving some space between each dumpling to prevent them from sticking together.

Step 8

Sprinkle a small amount of grated carrot on top of each shumai for garnish.

Step 9

Bring water in a wok or a steamer pot to a boil. Place the steamer with shumai on top and cover the steamer.

Step 10

Steam the shumai over medium-high heat for 8-10 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through and the shrimp is pink.

Step 11

Serve hot with soy sauce or a dipping sauce of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	787.5 grams (787.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1922

Total Fat 126.30g	162%
Saturated Fat 42.60g	213%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.60g
Cholesterol 841mg	280%
Sodium 1795mg	78%
Total Carbohydrate 28.00g	10%
Dietary Fiber 2.80g	10%
Total Sugars 3.40g
Protein 163.20g	326%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 232mg	18%
Iron 7mg	37%
Potassium 815mg	17%

*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: 59.8%

Protein: 34.3%

Carbs: 5.9%