Cantonese Fish Filling (Dim Sum Filling) Recipe

Name: Cantonese Fish Filling (Dim Sum Filling) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 Tbsp. Sesame seed oil; 1 x Black or possibly red pepper; 1/2 lb Flounder filet, cubed; 1 1/2 tsp Chicken bouillon; 2 x Garlic, chopped; 1 1/2 Tbsp. Water; 1/2 c. Cabbage, minced fine; 1 tsp Cornstarch; 8 x Scallions, minced; 2 quart Stock or possibly water; 4 x Mushrooms, minced; 2 tsp Lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 1/2 Tbsp. Sesame seed oil
1 x Black or possibly red pepper
1/2 lb Flounder filet, cubed
1 1/2 tsp Chicken bouillon
2 x Garlic, chopped
1 1/2 Tbsp. Water
1/2 c. Cabbage, minced fine
1 tsp Cornstarch
8 x Scallions, minced
2 quart Stock or possibly water
4 x Mushrooms, minced
2 tsp Lemon juice

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Heat 1/2 ts sesame oil in wok over low heat.
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Add in flounder cubes and garlic and simmer for 5 min.
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Remove.
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To wok add in rest of oil and cabbage and scallions.
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Stir-fry three min.
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Push veggies to side of wok.
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In center well add in mushrooms and lemon juice.
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Stir-fry one minute.
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Return flounder.
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Add in pepper and bouillon.
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Blend.
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Simmer two min.
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Mix cornstarch and water til blended well.
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Add in to flounder mix in wok.
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Blend.
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Simmer til thickened.
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Remove fish filling from wok to bowl.
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Assemble won tons and boil.

148

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 Tbsp. Sesame seed oil, 1 x Black or possibly red pepper, 1/2 lb Flounder filet, cubed, 1 1/2 tsp Chicken bouillon, and more.

Yes, Cantonese Fish Filling (Dim Sum Filling) Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!