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Money Bag Dumplings

Mouthwatering Money Bag Dumplings for Festive Gatherings

Delicious Money Bag Dumplings are customizable treats, perfect for festive gatherings and cozy nights in.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 dumplings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 10 grams Dried Shiitake Mushrooms Soak overnight for rich flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Finely minced.
  • 1 medium Carrot Finely diced.
  • 50 grams Bamboo Shoots Finely diced.
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil Can substitute with neutral oil.
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing Wine Optional for an alcohol-free version.
  • 2 tablespoons Light Soy Sauce Use low-sodium if desired.
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetarian Oyster Sauce Can substitute with regular oyster sauce.
  • 2 stalks Scallions Top parts finely chopped.
  • 2 stems Cilantro Stems Can substitute with young scallions or chives.
For the Wrapper
  • 10 pieces Hong-Kong-Style Yellow Dumpling Wrappers Can substitute with tofu skin or blanched napa cabbage leaves.

Equipment

  • wok
  • Bamboo Steamer
  • Non-stick skillet
  • Pot
  • Clean Surface for Rolling

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the dried shiitake mushrooms in warm water for about 30 minutes or overnight to soften.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or skillet and sauté minced ginger and diced carrots for 1 minute.
  3. Stir in diced shiitake mushrooms and bamboo shoots, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until tender.
  4. Add Shaoxing wine, light soy sauce, and vegetarian oyster sauce, cooking until liquid evaporates, about 2 minutes.
  5. Fold in chopped scallions and let the mixture cool to room temperature.
  6. Blanch cilantro stems in boiling water for 5-10 seconds, then transfer to an ice bath.
  7. Roll out dumpling wrappers to 4 inches in diameter and place 1 tablespoon of cooled filling in the center.
  8. Pinch the edges of the wrapper to form a 'money bag' shape, securing with a blanched cilantro stem.
  9. Steam the dumplings in a bamboo steamer lined with parchment paper for about 3 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 2dumplingsCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 450mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for festive gatherings, these dumplings symbolize wealth and prosperity. Feel free to adjust the ingredients based on availability and dietary preferences.

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