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Steamed Shrimp Pie

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This elegant Chinese-inspired dish features crisp cucumber cups stuffed with a savory filling of minced shrimp, water chestnuts, and onion. The filling is bound with egg and cornstarch, then gently steamed to retain moisture and texture. It&# 226;ÂÂs a light yet satisfying main course that balances fresh crunch with rich umami flavors. Perfect for summer dinners or as an impressive appetizer, it requires minimal cooking time and delivers maximum flavor. Serve it as a healthy weeknight meal or a refined starter for gatherings. The combination of texturesâÂÂcrisp cucumber, tender shrimp, and crunchy water chestnutsâÂÂmakes every bite delightful.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Calories: 4190.9
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This elegant Chinese-inspired dish features crisp cucumber cups stuffed with a savory filling of minced shrimp, water chestnuts, and onion. The filling is bound with egg and cornstarch, then gently steamed to retain moisture and texture. It&# 226;€™s a light yet satisfying main course that balances fresh crunch with rich umami flavors. Perfect for summer dinners or as an impressive appetizer, it requires minimal cooking time and delivers maximum flavor. Serve it as a healthy weeknight meal or a refined starter for gatherings. The combination of textures—crisp cucumber, tender shrimp, and crunchy water chestnuts—makes every bite delightful.
Ingredients
  • 1 Sm Egg
  • 1/2 Lg Egg
  • 1 T Corn starch
  • 3 Tablespoon Water
  • Clean and prepare ingredients. Use your Chinese cleaver and mince
  • 25 Minutes. Check periodically to see if there is enough moisture
Directions
  1. 1
    Mince shrimp, meat, water chestnuts, and onion together until fine.
  2. 2
    Place the mixture in a small bowl and add salt, pepper, egg, and cornstarch. Mix well to combine.
  3. 3
    Slice cucumbers into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
  4. 4
    Remove the seeds from the center of each cucumber slice, leaving a slight bit at the bottom to form a hollow cup.
  5. 5
    Fill the cucumber cups with the shrimp mixture.
  6. 6
    Carefully place the stuffed cucumber slices in a wok or steamer basket, filling side up.
  7. 7
    Add 3 tablespoons of water to the wok, cover, and steam for 25 minutes.
  8. 8
    Check periodically to ensure there is enough moisture; add more water if needed to prevent drying out.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 4190.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 377.4g581%
Saturated Fat 49.0g246%
Cholesterol 151.6mg51%
Sodium 108.6mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 126.8g43%
Dietary Fiber 53.8g216%
Sugars 16.9g
Protein 136.6g274%

* 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: shrimp, cucumber, steamed, chinese, stuffed, water chestnuts, appetizer, light, seafood, vegetable, dinner, healthy, filling, crunchy, umami, summer, party food, easy, fresh, delicate
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