Shrimp Dumplings
Guangdong — Mother recipe · ar de en es fr it ja pt ru zh
Tender shrimp dumplings, a classic Chinese delicacy that melts in your mouth.
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⏱️ 30 min prep + 10 min cottura · 4 porzioni · media
Ingredients
- 200g fresh shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 150g ground beef
- 3 tablespoons hot water
- 4 sheets of Chinese cabbage leaves for wrappers
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 3 tablespoons dry sherry
- Salt and pepper to taste
Method
- Shell and devein the shrimp, then chop them into small pieces.
- In a bowl, mix ground beef with chopped shrimp, hot water, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sherry. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Cut out small wrappers from the Chinese cabbage leaves by soaking them in warm water to make them pliable.
- Place a spoonful of filling on each wrapper, delicately fold into a triangle or square shape, and seal edges with hot water.
- Bring a large pot of water to boil, add dumplings, and cook for about 5-7 minutes until they float to the surface.
The story
Shrimp Dumplings are a culinary specialty from the Guangdong province in southern China. Adored for their delicacy and the skill required to prepare them, these dumplings have become an iconic part of Chinese cuisine.
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