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Steamed Shrimp Dumplings (Har Gow)

Elina James
Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Filling
  • 250 grams raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons bamboo shoots, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • For the Dumpling Wrapper
  • ¾ cup wheat starch
  • ¼ cup tapioca starch
  • ½ cup boiling water
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prepare the Filling : In a bowl, combine chopped shrimp, bamboo shoots, sesame oil, soy sauce, sugar, white pepper, and cornstarch. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate while preparing the wrappers.
  • Step 2: Make Dumpling Wrappers : In a heatproof bowl, combine wheat starch, tapioca starch, and salt. Gradually pour in boiling water, stirring constantly to form a dough. Add vegetable oil and knead until smooth and pliable. Cover dough with a damp cloth to prevent drying.
  • Step 3: Assemble Dumplings : Divide dough into small portions and roll each into a ball. Flatten each ball into a thin circle, about 3 inches in diameter. Place 1 teaspoon of shrimp filling in the center of each wrapper. Fold the wrapper over the filling and pleat the edges to seal, forming a crescent shape.
  • Step 4: Steam the Dumplings : Line a bamboo steamer with parchment paper or cabbage leaves. Arrange dumplings in the steamer, leaving space between each. Steam over boiling water for 6–8 minutes until the shrimp turns pink and the wrapper is translucent.