Prawn Dumplings
Recipe: #28415
October 15, 2017
Categories: Side Dishes, Shrimp, Appetizers, Asian, Game/Sports Day, Steam, Low Fat, No Eggs, Non-Dairy, more
"From our Sunday paper The Sunday Times. Times are estimated. This is meant as part of meal which included #recipe28416 and #recipe28417"
Original is 35 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (18.1 g)
- Calories 31
- Total Fat - 0.5 g
- Saturated Fat - 0.1 g
- Cholesterol - 13.2 mg
- Sodium - 132.5 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 4.4 g
- Dietary Fiber - 0.2 g
- Sugars - 0 g
- Protein - 2.1 g
- Calcium - 9 mg
- Iron - 0.3 mg
- Vitamin C - 0 mg
- Thiamin - 0 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Place the prawns, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil and salt in a food processor and pulse to form a chunky paste.
Step 2
Lay a wonton wrapper on a clean work surface and place a teaspoon of the prawn mixture in the centre and brush wrapper edges lightly with water then fold over one side on a diagonal to form a triangle and press to seal at the tof, then continue to push down and seal from left to right, removing any air bubbles.
Step 3
Firstly grab the bottom corners of the triangle and bring them together around the filling, pressing tightly, to form dumpling shape.
Step 4
Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling until al the filling is used up.
Step 5
Lay two bamboo steamer baskets with baking paper and bring a saucepan one-third filled with water to the boil (I would use my electric tiered steamer instead of bamboo steamers).
Step 6
Place the dumplings in the baskets, then set them over the saucepan and cover with a lid and cook for 10 to 15 minutes or until the dumplings off a little resistance when pressed.
Step 7
Served the cooked dumplings with the http://www.recipezazz.com/recipe/asian-greens-28416 and http://www.recipezazz.com/recipe/fried-rice-28417.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting the shrimp, choose those that are fresh and have a bright pink color.
- Be sure to check the expiration date on the wonton wrappers before using.
- Substitute shrimp with firm tofu for a vegetarian option. The benefit of this substitution is that it will provide an alternative for those who do not eat meat or seafood, while still providing a delicious flavor and texture.
- Substitute sesame oil with olive oil. The benefit of this substitution is that it will provide a healthier option while still providing a delicious flavor.
Vegetarian Dumplings Replace the prawns with 350 grams of firm tofu, finely diced. Mix the tofu with the ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil and salt and proceed with the recipe as instructed.
Coconut-Curry Broccoli: This flavorful side dish pairs perfectly with the prawn dumplings. It's made with fresh broccoli, flavorful curry powder, and creamy coconut milk. The combination of flavors is sure to be a hit with your family.
Stir-Fried Noodles with Vegetables: This delicious dish is the perfect accompaniment to the Coconut-Curry Broccoli. It's made with fresh vegetables, flavorful soy sauce, and your choice of noodles. The combination of textures and flavors will be sure to please everyone at the table.
FAQ
Q: How do I fold the wonton wrappers?
A: Lay a wonton wrapper on a clean work surface and place a teaspoon of the prawn mixture in the centre and brush wrapper edges lightly with water then fold over one side on a diagonal to form a triangle and press to seal at the top, then continue to push down and seal from left to right, removing any air bubbles. Firstly grab the bottom corners of the triangle and bring them together around the filling, pressing tightly, to form dumpling shape.
Q: How long do I need to cook the wontons?
A: Boil the wontons in a large pot of lightly salted water for 3-4 minutes or until the wontons float to the surface. Serve hot.
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Fun facts:
Prawn dumplings have been a popular dish in China since the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). It is believed to have been invented by Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang, the founder of the dynasty.
The famous actor, Jackie Chan, is a fan of prawn dumplings and has been known to order them at Chinese restaurants. He has said that he loves the combination of the shrimp filling and the crunchy wonton wrapper.