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Har Gow

Cultural Context

Originating from Cantonese cuisine, Har Gow is a staple in dim sum, often enjoyed during social gatherings and celebrations. The delicate dumplings symbolize prosperity and are a testament to the artistry of Chinese culinary traditions. Today, they are beloved worldwide, often served in Chinese restaurants and enjoyed by food enthusiasts.

CantoneseCNappetizer
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
6 rice paper sheets
250g fresh shrimps
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp sugar
1/4 tsp mushroom granules
1 tsp soy sauce
A dash of pepper
1 tsp sesame oil
3-4 spring onions
1 tsp grated ginger
2 tsp grated garlic
1 tbsp cornflour

wheat starch

🥗Healthier: rice flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Rice flour is gluten-free and can mimic the texture.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: tofu

Tofu provides a lower-cost protein alternative.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more affordable and neutral in flavor.

bamboo shoots

🥗Healthier: water chestnuts

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Cabbage can provide a similar crunch at a lower cost.

1

Prepare the shrimp filling by combining fresh shrimps, grated ginger, grated garlic, chopped spring onions, salt, sugar, mushroom granules, soy sauce, sesame oil, and a dash of pepper in a bowl.

2

Take a rice paper sheet and fill it with a spoonful of the shrimp mixture.

3

Fold the rice paper over the filling and seal it tightly.

4

Repeat with the remaining rice paper sheets and filling.

5

Arrange the dumplings in a steamer.

6

Steam the dumplings for 7-8 minutes until cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

shrimp dumplingshar gowcrystal dumplings

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