Surf and Sty Chinese Dumplings

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surf and Sty Chinese Dumplings is a delectable recipe that combines the flavors of the sea with the richness of pork. These dumplings are filled with a succulent mixture of shrimp, crabmeat, and ground pork, seasoned with traditional Chinese spices. The dumplings are then steamed to perfection, resulting in a tender and flavorful bite. This recipe is perfect for those looking to explore the world of Chinese cuisine and indulge in a delightful seafood-infused dish.

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surf and sty chinese dumplings recipe details

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Pork and shrimp combine in these authentic Chinese dumplings. Put ’em in chicken broth to make won-ton soup or eat ’em with the simple sauce below.
Ready in: 1 hour 20 mins

Ingredients

Makes: 52 dumplings

• 1 pound boneless pork loin chops, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 10 whole water chestnuts
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 green onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon sherry
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 (12 ounce) package wonton wrappers
• 12 romaine leaves
• Sauce:
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped green onion
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil

Preparation method

Prep: 40 mins | Cook: 40 mins

1. Pulse pork, shrimp, chestnuts, cornstarch, onion, vinegar, ginger, sesame oil, sherry, and soy sauce together in a food processor until minced.
2. Fill each wonton wrapper with 2 teaspoons of the mixture. Wipe the edges of the wonton wrappers with water, then fold up into little bags, with the corners pinched up at the top. Twist.
3. Place three leaves in a steamer basket and set a quarter of the dumplings on top. Set over 1 inch of boiling water, cover, and cook for 12 minutes or so until filling reaches 160 degrees F. (Check with an instant read thermometer.)
4. Repeat with the rest of the dumplings, using fresh lettuce each time. Stir sauce ingredients together and serve with the dumplings.