How to make dim sum shu mai

ground pork

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground chicken is often less expensive.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned tuna is a more affordable protein.

wonton wrappers

🥗Healthier: rice paper

💰Cheaper: store-bought dumpling skins

Rice paper is gluten-free, while dumpling skins are typically less expensive.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is a budget-friendly alternative.

Mix ground shrimp, ground pork, chopped green onions, minced ginger, oyster sauce, cooking wine, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper in a bowl until well combined.

Take a wonton wrapper and place about 1 teaspoon of the filling in the center.

Gently form a hole in the filling and press it down to shape it.

Rotate the wrapper while holding it gently to form a waist and add more filling if desired.

Ensure the dumpling can sit upright and hold its shape.

Repeat the process to form additional dumplings.

Spray the steamer with olive oil to prevent sticking.

Place the dumplings in the steamer and prepare boiling water underneath.

Steam the dumplings for 10 to 12 minutes, checking for doneness by ensuring the internal temperature reaches 155°F or by cutting one open to check for pink.

Serve with dipping sauce, such as garlic soy sauce or vinegar.

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