Soup Dumplings
This recipe for All-in-One Soup Dumpling reveals the secret of transforming broth into a gelatinous state before wrapping it with a rich filling of sesame oil, Sriracha, soy sauce, green onions, cabbage, edamame, and shiitake mushrooms. It’s a nuanced process that elevates this Shanghai cuisine delicacy, Xiao Long Bao, into a culinary delight with every bite infused with a burst of savory broth.
Prep Time
2 hours (including broth cooling time)
Cooking Time
30 minutes
Servings
This recipe serves 4.
Ingredients
- For the Broth Jelly:
- Pork skin or trotters, 500g (1.1 lbs) OR Chicken broth, 1 liter (4 cups)
- Water, as needed for simmering
- For the Dough:
- All-purpose flour, 300g (2 cups)
- Water, 160ml (2/3 cup)
- Salt, 1 tsp (5g)
- For the Filling:
- Ground pork, 300g (10 oz)
- Gelatinous broth (aspic), diced, 200g (7 oz)
- Ginger, minced, 2 tbsp (30g)
- Green onions, finely chopped, 1/4 cup (25g)
- Soy sauce, 2 tbsp (30ml)
- Sesame oil, 1 tsp (5ml)
- Salt, 1 tsp (5g)
- Black pepper, 1/2 tsp (2.5g)
- For the Dipping Sauce:
- Ginger, finely julienned, 2 tbsp (30g)
- Black vinegar, 1/4 cup (60ml)
- Soy sauce, 2 tbsp (30ml)
Method
- Begin with the broth jelly: Simmer pork skin or trotters in water for 4-6 hours or chicken broth for 2 hours, until reduced by half. Chill overnight until solidified. Dice into small bits.
- For the dough: Mix flour, water, and salt. Knead until smooth, rest for 30 minutes, then roll out and cut into 3-inch diameter circles.
- Prepare the filling: Combine ground pork, diced aspic, ginger, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, Sriracha, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the dumplings: Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each wrapper, pleat edges to seal, ensuring no leaks.
- Steam dumplings in a bamboo steamer for about 10 minutes at 100°C (212°F) until cooked through.
- Serve hot with the dipping sauce made by mixing ginger, black vinegar, and soy sauce.
This All-in-One Soup Dumpling recipe encapsulates a delightful blend of traditional Shanghai cuisine and inventive cooking techniques. By transforming broth into a gelatinous aspic and combining it with a flavorful filling, each dumpling promises a burst of savory broth with every bite. Elevate your culinary skills and impress guests with this intricate yet immensely rewarding dish.
Nutritional Information (Approx)
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Protein: 29g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fat: 20g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 80mg