Coconut Curry Shrimp Dumplings
Coconut Curry Shrimp Dumplings - A Delicious Fusion of Flavors
Coconut Curry Shrimp Dumplings are a mouth-watering appetizer that combines the rich flavors of coconut, curry, and shrimp. This dish is perfect for those who love to experiment with new flavors and enjoy a little bit of spice in their food.
Ingredients (serves 4):
For the dumplings:
- 1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp. red curry paste
- 1 tbsp. fish sauce
- 1 tbsp. soy sauce
- 1 tbsp. cornstarch
- 1 tbsp. sugar
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 24 wonton wrappers
For the dipping sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp. honey
- 1 tbsp. sesame oil
- 1 tbsp. green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp. cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
Instructions:
1. In a food processor, pulse the shrimp until finely chopped. Add the coconut milk, green onions, cilantro, red curry paste, fish sauce, soy sauce, cornstarch, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Pulse until well combined.
2. Place a heaping teaspoon of the shrimp mixture in the center of each wonton wrapper. Brush the edges with water and fold the wrapper in half, pressing the edges together to seal.
3. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the dumplings and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
4. While the dumplings are cooking, make the dipping sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, green onions, cilantro, and red pepper flakes.
5. Serve the dumplings hot with the dipping sauce on the side.
Appearance and Taste:
Coconut Curry Shrimp Dumplings are a beautiful dish with a vibrant orange color and a delicate texture. The flavors are a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and spicy, with the coconut milk adding a creamy richness to the dish. The dipping sauce adds an extra layer of flavor, with its tangy and slightly sweet taste.
Type of Dish: Appetizer
Main Ingredients: Shrimp, Coconut Milk, Curry Paste
