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Pork Shumai

Juicy ground pork and shrimp are seasoned with ginger and sesame, then steamed inside delicate wonton wrappers for a classic dim sum treat.

42 minMediumServes 4280 cal/serving

ChineseAppetizerStovetopHigh ProteinDairy-FreeNut-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 4 oz raw shrimp, minced
  • 4 dried shiitake mushrooms, diced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 tbsp green onion, chopped
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp Shaoxing rice wine
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • 20 wonton wrappers
  • 20 frozen green peas, thawed

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a bowl, combine 1 lb ground pork, 4 oz minced raw shrimp, 4 diced dried shiitake mushrooms, 1 tsp minced fresh ginger, and 2 tbsp chopped green onion.

  2. 2

    Add 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp toasted sesame oil, 1 tbsp Shaoxing rice wine, and 2 tsp cornstarch, stirring vigorously until sticky.

  3. 3

    Place filling in center of 20 wonton wrappers and squeeze sides up to form open cylinders.

  4. 4

    Top each dumpling by gently pressing 20 thawed frozen green peas into the open center.

  5. 5

    Steam dumplings over boiling water for 10-12 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Pork Shumai reach?

For Pork Shumai, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 5. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is there a substitute for Shaoxing wine in Pork Shumai?

The entry for Pork Shumai calls for 1 tbsp Shaoxing rice wine. In its place: Dry sherry is the standard stand-in, measure for measure. For no alcohol, use chicken stock with a splash of rice vinegar.

Can I use ground chicken or turkey instead of ground pork in Pork Shumai?

Yes. Use dark-meat ground chicken or turkey if you can, and add a teaspoon of oil per half pound, since pork brings fat that poultry does not. As written, the entry for Pork Shumai uses 1 lb ground pork.

Does Pork Shumai contain shellfish?

Yes: 4 oz raw shrimp, minced. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, soy, shellfish and sesame. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How much protein is in Pork Shumai?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 18 g of protein in about 280 calories, alongside 22 g carbohydrate and 12 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 580 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein appetizer collection.

How do I store and reheat Pork Shumai?

Refrigerate what is left of Pork Shumai within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. The grain firms up as it chills; add a spoonful of water before reheating.

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