Classic Shanghai Xiao Long Bao
Classic Shanghai Xiao Long Bao is a traditional Chinese dish that is loved by many. This dish is a type of steamed dumpling that is filled with juicy pork and a flavorful broth. The combination of the tender dumpling skin, savory filling, and hot soup makes for a delicious and satisfying meal.
To make Classic Shanghai Xiao Long Bao, you will need the following ingredients:
For the filling:
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon grated garlic
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
For the dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast
To assemble:
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
To cook:
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
To start, mix all the filling ingredients together in a bowl and set aside. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, warm water, salt, sugar, and yeast together until a dough forms. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Cover the dough and let it rest for 30 minutes.
After the dough has rested, divide it into small pieces and roll each piece into a thin circle. Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle and gather the edges of the dough together to form a pouch. Pinch the top of the pouch together to seal it.
In a small bowl, mix the water and cornstarch together to form a slurry. Dip the bottom of each dumpling in the slurry and place it in a steamer basket. Steam the dumplings for about 10 minutes until they are cooked through.
To serve, heat the chicken broth in a small saucepan and pour it into a small bowl. Serve the dumplings on a plate with the broth on the side.
Classic Shanghai Xiao Long Bao is a type of steamed dumpling that is made with ground pork, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sesame oil, sugar, salt, ginger, garlic, chicken broth, all-purpose flour, warm water, salt, sugar, active dry yeast, water, and cornstarch. This dish is savory, juicy, and flavorful, with a tender dumpling skin and a hot soup filling. It is a perfect appetizer or main course for any occasion.
