15 Easy Dim Sum Recipes

Shrimp Dumplings

Shrimp dumplings, often known as "har gow," are delicate and delicious morsels perfect for any dim sum feast.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup water chestnuts, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 20 small dumpling wrappers

Cooking method:

1. Chop the shrimp finely and mix with water chestnuts, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and cornstarch.
2. Spoon a small amount of the mixture onto each dumpling wrapper.
3. Fold and seal the edges to form a dumpling.
4. Steam the dumplings in a bamboo steamer for about 8 minutes until they are translucent and the shrimp is cooked through.

Pork and Chive Dumplings

These dumplings combine savory pork with the fresh flavor of chives for a delightful bite.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 pound ground pork
• 1/4 cup chives, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 20 dumpling wrappers

Cooking method:

1. Mix pork, chives, soy sauce, and ginger in a bowl.
2. Place a spoonful of filling into each wrapper, seal tightly.
3. Steam in a bamboo steamer for 10 minutes or until fully cooked.

Vegetable Spring Rolls

Crispy and light, these vegetable spring rolls are packed with fresh ingredients.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cabbage, shredded
• 1/2 cup carrots, julienned
• 1/4 cup bean sprouts
• 10 spring roll wrappers
• Oil for frying

Cooking method:

1. Mix cabbage, carrots, and bean sprouts in a bowl.
2. Place filling in the center of a wrapper, roll, and seal edges.
3. Fry in hot oil until golden and crisp.

Barbecue Pork Buns

These soft, fluffy buns are filled with sweet and savory barbecue pork, making them a dim sum favorite.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup barbecue pork, diced
• 2 cups flour
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon yeast
• 1/2 cup warm water

Cooking method:

1. Mix flour, sugar, yeast, and water to form a dough, let rise for 1 hour.
2. Divide dough into small balls, flatten, and fill with pork.
3. Seal and steam for 15 minutes until buns are cooked and fluffy.

Taro Cake

Taro cake is a savory and hearty dish, often served sliced and pan-fried to perfection.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound taro, peeled and grated
• 1/4 cup dried shrimp, soaked
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 cup rice flour
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Mix grated taro, dried shrimp, soy sauce, rice flour, salt, and pepper.
2. Pour into a greased pan and steam for 45 minutes until set.
3. Slice and pan-fry until golden on both sides before serving.

Sticky Rice in Lotus Leaf

Fragrant and flavorful, sticky rice in lotus leaf is a staple in dim sum cuisine.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups sticky rice
• 1/2 cup chicken, diced
• 2 dried mushrooms, soaked and sliced
• 2 lotus leaves, soaked

Cooking method:

1. Cook rice and mix with chicken and mushrooms.
2. Wrap portions of the mixture in lotus leaves and steam for 30 minutes.

Chicken Feet

A classic dim sum delicacy, chicken feet are richly flavored and perfect for adventurous eaters.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound chicken feet
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon black bean sauce
• 1 teaspoon sugar

Cooking method:

1. Blanch chicken feet in boiling water, then marinate in sauces and sugar.
2. Steam for 1 hour until tender.

Chinese Spare Ribs

These flavorful ribs are a sweet and savory treat, ideal for dim sum gatherings.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound pork ribs
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce

Cooking method:

1. Marinate ribs in sauces and honey for at least 30 minutes.
2. Steam for 1 hour until tender and cooked through.

Custard Buns

Sweet and creamy, custard buns are a dessert delight sure to please any sweet tooth.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup custard powder
• 2 cups flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup warm water

Cooking method:

1. Mix flour, sugar, and water to form a dough, allow to rise.
2. Fill with custard mixture and steam for 15 minutes.

Turnip Cake

Turnip cake, a savory dish studded with flavorful bits, is a dim sum staple.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound turnip, grated
• 1/4 cup Chinese sausage, diced
• 1 cup rice flour
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Combine turnip, sausage, rice flour, salt, and pepper.
2. Pour into a greased pan and steam for 45 minutes until set.
3. Slice and pan-fry before serving.

Egg Tarts

These creamy and flaky egg tarts are a beloved dim sum dessert that melts in your mouth.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup flour
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 3 eggs
• 1 cup milk

Cooking method:

1. Make a pastry crust with flour, butter, and sugar; line tart molds.
2. Whisk eggs and milk; pour into crusts.
3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes until set.