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Oh my goodness, ladies and gents, let me tell you about this absolutely divine Chinese recipe that’s been passed down through generations (and may have been slightly tweaked by yours truly 😉). These Shanghai-Style Pan-Fried Soup Dumplings (Sheng Jian Bao) are literally what dreams are made of – crispy bottoms, juicy filling, and that moment when you bite into them? Pure heaven!
Listen, I know what you’re thinking – “Another dumpling recipe?” But trust your girl here, these aren’t your average dumplings. They’re like the Beyoncé of the dumpling world – stunning from every angle and absolutely unforgettable.
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: Makes 12 dumplings
Ingredients:
For the dough:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 3/4 cup warm water
– Pinch of salt
(Pro tip: Don’t even think about using hot water – we’re not trying to make bread here!)
For the filling:
– 1/2 pound ground pork
– 2 tablespoons ginger, finely minced
– 2 green onions, chopped
– 1 tablespoon soy sauce
– 1 teaspoon sesame oil
– 1/4 cup chicken stock (it’ll gel when chilled)
– Salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions:
1. First things first, let’s make that dough! Mix flour and salt, then slowly add warm water while stirring. Knead until smooth (about 5-7 minutes). Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes. (Perfect time to check your social media, am I right?)
1. For the filling, mix all ingredients together in one direction (yes, direction matters, honey!). Keep mixing until it becomes sticky and paste-like.
1. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a circle about 4 inches in diameter. Remember, we want them thin but not too thin – nobody likes a dumpling wardrobe malfunction!
1. Place about 1.5 tablespoons of filling in the center of each wrapper. Now, here comes the fun part – pleating! Pinch and fold the edges together, making sure to seal completely. (If you mess up the first few, don’t worry – we’ve all been there!)
1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add oil, then place dumplings bottom-side down. Cook until golden brown (about 3 minutes).
1. Here’s the magic trick: Add 1/4 cup of water, cover immediately with a lid, and let steam for 8-10 minutes or until water evaporates.
Serve these babies hot with black vinegar and ginger strips. And honey, watch out for that first bite – the soup inside is HOT! Don’t say I didn’t warn you! 😘
Y’all, if you’ve made it this far and you’re drooling (I know I am), please drop a comment below and let me know if you’ll be trying these out! And don’t forget to follow me on NewsBreak for more mouthwatering recipes that’ll have your family and friends begging for seconds.
Remember, cooking is all about having fun and making memories. Sure, your first attempt might not look Instagram-worthy, but trust me, they’ll still taste amazing. Now go forth and make those dumplings! And if you need me, I’ll be in my kitchen, testing out more recipes for you lovely people! 💕
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