## Shrimp and Chive Dumplings: A Delectable Treat from Chinese Cuisine ##
Hailing from the depths of Chinese culinary heritage, shrimp and chive dumplings stand as a testament to the delicate balance between flavors and textures. These bite-sized parcels of pure delight are crafted with a thin and pliable dumpling wrapper, lovingly filled with a succulent symphony of succulent shrimp, aromatic chives, and a medley of seasonings that tantalize the taste buds. Embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the secrets behind these delectable dumplings, exploring variations such as steamed, pan-fried, and boiled, each offering a unique symphony of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more.
SHRIMP-AND-CHIVE-DUMPLING SOUP
These wontons trade the typical pork filling for one made with shrimp. Like all cabbages, bok choy (served on the side) has great stores of disease-fighting phytochemicals.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make the dumplings: Coarsely chop shrimp and ginger in a food processor. Transfer to a bowl. Stir in chives. Mound 1 teaspoon in center of each wrapper. Moisten edges with wet fingertips; fold over, pressing to seal. Cover with a damp paper towel; refrigerate until ready to use (up to 3 hours).
- Make the soup: Bring stock, chile, and star anise to a simmer in a medium saucepan. Cook for 5 minutes. Add dumplings. Simmer until tender, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Meanwhile, make the bok choy: Steam bok choy in water in a skillet over high heat, covered, until tender, about 3 minutes.
- Stir mushrooms, soy sauce, radishes, and chives into soup. Serve soup with bok choy on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 g, Cholesterol 48 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 14 g, Sodium 601 g
PORK-AND-SHRIMP CHIVE DUMPLINGS
Long before she became the executive dim sum chef at the Wynn Las Vegas Hotel, Sandy Shi learned techniques from her mother. These chive dumplings, which Sandy makes using homemade wrappers, are one of her go-to recipes. "I cut the shrimp in half to give them a bit more texture," she says.
Provided by Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 2h
Yield About 42 dumplings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Make the filling: Heat the corn oil in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring, until caramelized, 10 to 15 minutes. Let cool completely.
- Meanwhile, whisk the bouillon powder, sugar, 1 tablespoon salt and the white pepper in a small bowl. Mix the pork, shrimp and potato starch in a large bowl, then stir in the seasoning mixture. Fold in the chives, sesame oil and the onion-garlic mixture. (Chinese chives, also called garlic chives, have a strong garlic flavor. It's worth seeking them out for this recipe.)
- Form the dumplings: Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the filling onto a potsticker wrapper. (Keep the remaining wrappers loosely covered with a damp paper towel as you work.) Dip a finger in water and run around the edge of the wrapper, then fold into a half moon; press the edges with your fingers. Transfer to a baking sheet and repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
- Pan-fry the dumplings in batches: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and coat with 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons corn oil. Add a single layer of dumplings and cook, undisturbed, until golden brown on the bottom, 1 to 2 minutes. Carefully add enough water to the pan until it reaches about one-third of the way up the side of the dumplings. Loosely cover the skillet and cook until the water evaporates and the dumplings are cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes. Uncover the skillet, flip the dumplings and cook, adding more corn oil if needed, until golden brown on the other side, 1 to 2 more minutes.
SHRIMP AND DUMPLING STIR-FRY
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the dumplings in a single layer. Cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Add 1/4 cup water to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until evaporated, about 1 minute; transfer the dumplings to a bowl.
- Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in the skillet. Add the vegetables and cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender and lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes; transfer to the bowl with the dumplings.
- Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in the skillet. Add the shrimp, ginger and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the shrimp are just cooked through, about 2 minutes. Return the dumplings and vegetables to the skillet and stir to combine. Add the chili sauce and soy sauce; cook, stirring gently, until glazed, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat and stir in the rice vinegar and half of the scallions. Top with the remaining scallions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calorie, Fat 14 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 145 milligrams, Sodium 1620 milligrams, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 23 grams
Tips:
- Prep your ingredients in advance: Chop your chives, mince your shrimp, and measure out your other ingredients before you start cooking. This will help you save time and ensure that you have everything you need on hand.
- Use a large bowl: You'll need a large bowl to mix the dumpling filling in. A large bowl will give you plenty of room to work and prevent the filling from getting too crowded.
- Don't overmix the dumpling dough: Overmixing the dough will make it tough. Mix the dough just until it comes together, then stop.
- Use a dumpling wrapper that is not too thick: Thick dumpling wrappers will make your dumplings tough. Look for a dumpling wrapper that is thin and translucent.
- Fold the dumplings tightly: Make sure to fold the dumplings tightly so that the filling doesn't leak out during cooking.
- Cook the dumplings in a well-oiled pan: This will help to prevent the dumplings from sticking to the pan.
- Serve the dumplings with your favorite dipping sauce: Some popular dipping sauces for dumplings include soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil.
Conclusion:
Shrimp and chive dumplings are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. With a little bit of planning and effort, you can make these dumplings at home in no time. So next time you're looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give shrimp and chive dumplings a try!
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