Chicken Shu-Mei

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Delicate steamed chicken dumplings shaped like traditional Chinese money bags
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Chicken Shu-Mei are a classic dim sum favorite, beloved for their tender texture and savory, aromatic filling. This recipe features ground chicken seasoned with light soy sauce, dry sherry, fresh ginger, and a hint of sesame oil, creating a rich umami flavor profile. The addition of chopped bamboo shoots adds a delightful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the soft chicken. Shaped into “money bags” using delicate wrappers, these dumplings are not only delicious but also symbolic of prosperity, making them perfect for festive gatherings or casual weeknight dinners. They are best served immediately after steaming, garnished with green onions and a side of dipping sauce for an authentic taste of Chinatown.

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Chicken Shu-Mei

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 429.4

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Chicken Shu-Mei are a classic dim sum favorite, beloved for their tender texture and savory, aromatic filling. This recipe features ground chicken seasoned with light soy sauce, dry sherry, fresh ginger, and a hint of sesame oil, creating a rich umami flavor profile. The addition of chopped bamboo shoots adds a delightful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the soft chicken. Shaped into "money bags" using delicate wrappers, these dumplings are not only delicious but also symbolic of prosperity, making them perfect for festive gatherings or casual weeknight dinners. They are best served immediately after steaming, garnished with green onions and a side of dipping sauce for an authentic taste of Chinatown.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, light soy sauce, dry sherry, freshly grated ginger, ground white pepper, sesame oil, MSG, sugar, egg white, cornstarch, and salt.
  2. Mix the ingredients thoroughly by hand until the chicken mixture becomes sticky and well-combined, ensuring all flavors are evenly distributed.
  3. Fold the medium-chopped bamboo shoots into the chicken mixture, mixing gently to distribute the crunch evenly throughout the filling.
  4. Prepare your steamer by filling a pot with water and bringing it to a boil; line a bamboo steamer or steamer basket with oiled parchment paper or lettuce leaves to prevent sticking.
  5. Place a shu-mei wrapper or gyoza skin on a clean, flat surface and add about 3/4 tablespoon of the chicken filling into the center.
  6. Gather the edges of the wrapper upward and pinch them together at the top to form a "money bag" shape, leaving the opening slightly loose so the filling is visible.
  7. Place the formed dumplings in the prepared steamer, ensuring they are not touching each other, and steam over high heat for 15 minutes.
  8. Carefully remove the steamer from the heat and serve the chicken shu-mei immediately, garnished with chopped green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 429.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.9g30%
Saturated Fat 5.0g25%
Cholesterol 90.8mg31%
Sodium 5420.1mg226%
Total Carbohydrate 38.7g13%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g4%
Sugars 25.3g
Protein 25.8g52%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, shu-mei, dumplings, dim sum, steamed, chinese, appetizer, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, bamboo shoots, cornstarch, sherry, white pepper, money bag, spring festival, umami, tender, homemade, asian cuisine
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