Lori's Shrimp Dumplings Recipe

Name: Lori's Shrimp Dumplings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups chinese wheat starch; ½ cup potato starch; 2 cups boiling water; 2 tablespoons lard (room temp.); 12 lb shrimp (peeled, minced); 1 ½ tablespoons pork fat (minced); 2 tablespoons water chestnuts (drained, minced); 2 tablespoons bamboo shoots (drained, mimnced); 1 pinch white pepper; ¾ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon sesame oil; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 egg (beaten)

Servings: persons

2 cups chinese wheat starch
½ cup potato starch
2 cups boiling water
2 tablespoons lard (room temp.)
12 lb shrimp (peeled, minced)
1 ½ tablespoons pork fat (minced)
2 tablespoons water chestnuts (drained, minced)
2 tablespoons bamboo shoots (drained, mimnced)
1 pinch white pepper
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 egg (beaten)

1
Combine the starches.
2
Add water until just combined.
3
DO NOT OVERMIX!
4
Turn out onto a counter.
5
Knead, adding more potato starch if needed until smooth.
6
Add lard to center of ball.
7
Knead well.
8
Cover.
9
Set aside.
10
Combine the shrimp, fat, water chestnuts, bamboo shoots, pepper, salt, sugar, sesame oil and cornstarch.
11
Stir in a small amount of the beaten egg.
12
Keeping the dough covered, form into 1 inch balls.
13
Flatten with a cleaver.
14
Fill with 1 tablespoon mix.
15
Pull off counter with the cleaver.
16
Fold over and seal with remaining egg.
17
Repeat until all are made.
18
Place in a oiled steamer.
19
Steam 10 minutes.

2508

kcal

Calories

124

Fat

Carbs

332

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups chinese wheat starch, ½ cup potato starch, 2 cups boiling water, 2 tablespoons lard (room temp.), and more.

Yes, Lori's Shrimp Dumplings 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!

Lori's Shrimp Dumplings

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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