Shao Mai (Pork Dumplings) Wtih Spicy Dipping Sauce

Name: Shao Mai (Pork Dumplings) Wtih Spicy Dipping Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound ground pork; 1 tablespoon chopped garlic; 2 tablespoon chopped scallion; 1 cup finely chopped water chestnuts; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar; 1/2 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon sugar; 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger; 1 teaspoon coarse salt; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper; 1 bowl of water; 30 shao mai or dumpling wrappers (I use the pre-cut round); 1 tbsp vegetable oil (OPTIONAL for pan fry); SPICY DIPPING SAUCE; 1/2 cup soy sauce; 2 tablespoons black vinegar, or Chinkiang vinegar; 1 teaspoon chili paste; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1 tablespoon minced garlic

Servings: persons

1 pound ground pork
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
2 tablespoon chopped scallion
1 cup finely chopped water chestnuts
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1/2 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 bowl of water
30 shao mai or dumpling wrappers (I use the pre-cut round)
1 tbsp vegetable oil (OPTIONAL for pan fry)
SPICY DIPPING SAUCE
1/2 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons black vinegar, or Chinkiang vinegar
1 teaspoon chili paste
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon minced garlic

1
In a food processor, fitted with a metal blade, combine the pork, garlic, green onions, water chestnuts, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, ginger, salt and pepper. Puree until smooth.
2
Place a dumpling wrapper in the palm of one hand and cup it loosely. Wet the edges of the wrapper with your free finger and then place a generous tablespoon of filling in the center of the wrapper. With your free hand, pinch the wrapper in the middle around the filling, and press the dumpling closed down each side.
3
Tap the dumpling to flatten the bottom so that it can stand upright. Repeat the process to make the remaining dumplings in the same manner.
4
STEAM:
5
Line a large steamer with the cabbage leaves. Place the steamer in a wok. Fill the wok with enough water to touch the bottom of the basket. Cover the steamer and steam for a couple of minutes to steam the cabbage leaves. Arrange the dumplings on the leaves and cook until the dumplings are tender, about 6 to 8 minutes, or translucent in color. Serve the warm dumpling with spicy sauce.
6
PAN-FRY:
7
Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a skillet on medium heat. Arrange the dumplings in the pan and cook until the bottoms are nicely browned. (Cook in batches to avoid dumplings touching each other in the pan).
8
Knock over the dumplings. Add 1/3 cup of water to the pan. Cover and cook on medium-low heat for five minutes.
9
Remove cover. If there's still liquid in the pan, continue cooking uncovered until the liquid evaporates.
10
Transfer to a plate and serve with dipping sauce.
11
SPICY DIPPING SAUCE
12
Combine all ingredients (soy, vinegar, chili, sugar and garlic) in bowl and serve with dumplings.

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound ground pork, 1 tablespoon chopped garlic, 2 tablespoon chopped scallion, 1 cup finely chopped water chestnuts, and more.

Yes, Shao Mai (Pork Dumplings) Wtih Spicy Dipping Sauce falls under the Snacks & Appetizers 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!