Har-Gow Shrimp Dumplings

Har-Gow Shrimp Dumplings are a classic dim sum dish known for their delicate, translucent wrappers and succulent shrimp filling. They make for a perfect appetizer or snack.

Ingredients:

• 200g fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup water chestnuts, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup bamboo shoots, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 pack round dumpling wrappers
• Water for sealing dumplings
• Cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions:

To make the dish, put shrimp, water chestnuts, bamboo shoots, cornstarch, sugar, salt, white pepper, and sesame oil in a food processor

Mix until a smooth, sticky shrimp paste forms

Put a teaspoon of shrimp paste in the middle of a dumpling wrapper

Wet the edges of the wrapper with water, then fold it in half to make a half-moon shape

To seal the dumpling, press the edges together

If you want a more traditional look, you can pleat the edges

Do it again with the rest of the wrappers and shrimp paste

To keep them from sticking, put the dumplings on a tray lined with parchment paper

Within 8 to 10 minutes, the wrappers should become clear and the filling should be fully cooked

You can use a bamboo steamer or a steamer basket to steam the dumplings

Add fresh cilantro leaves on top and serve hot

Have fun with your tasty Har-Gow Shrimp Dumplings!