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Chinese Chive Dumplings (Jiu Cai Jiao)

Savory Chinese Chive Dumplings (Jiu Cai Jiao) You'll Love

Delight in these Chinese Chive Dumplings (Jiu Cai Jiao) filled with shrimp and chives, an irresistible treat for dim sum lovers.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 dumplings
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Shrimp Fresh and peeled, cut into ¼-inch pieces
  • 1 bunch Chinese Chives Adds a fragrant, garlicky flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Opt for low-sodium version for a healthier choice
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing Rice Wine Can substitute with dry sherry
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Thickening agent for the filling
  • 1 tablespoon Oyster Sauce Omit for vegetarian option
For the Dough
  • 1 cup Wheat Starch Essential for the wrapper texture
  • ½ cup Tapioca Starch Provides flexibility to the dough
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Canola Oil Used for pan-frying
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Provides a delightful nuttiness

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Steamer
  • mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Plastic bag

Method
 

How to Make Chinese Chive Dumplings
  1. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, rice wine, and cornstarch to create a flavorful mixture. Stir in diced shrimp, ensuring it’s well-coated. In a skillet, sauté chives in oil until fragrant, then add shrimp mixture and cook until thickened. Allow to cool.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix wheat starch, tapioca starch, and salt. Create a well in the center and pour in just-boiled water. Stir until a dough forms, then knead until smooth. Let rest in a bag for about 5 minutes.
  3. Roll the rested dough into logs, cut into equal pieces, and flatten into disks using a plastic bag and rolling pin.
  4. Place a spoonful of the cooled filling into each disk, fold over, and pleat edges tightly to seal.
  5. Arrange dumplings in a steamer and steam for about 7 minutes until the tops are glossy. Cool, then heat canola oil in a pan and pan-fry dumplings until golden brown.
  6. Enjoy warm, paired with soy sauce or spicy chile garlic sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dumplingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use the freshest shrimp and chives for best flavor. You can freeze dumplings in a single layer and reheat by steaming or pan-frying.

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