Haipai Crab Soup Dumplings (海派蟹肉小笼包)

Haipai Crab Soup Dumplings, also known as 蟹肉小笼包 (xiè ròu xiǎo lóng bāo), are a popular dish in Haipai Cuisine, known for their delicate wrappers and flavorful soup filling.

Haipai Crab Soup Dumplings (海派蟹肉小笼包)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb crab meat
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup minced ginger
  • 1/4 cup minced green onions
  • 1/2 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/4 tsp white pepper
  • 1 package dumpling wrappers

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix the crab meat, minced ginger, green onions, sesame oil, and white pepper.
  2. Place a spoonful of the crab mixture in the center of each dumpling wrapper.
  3. Fold the wrapper over the filling and pleat the edges to seal.
  4. In a pot, bring the chicken broth, soy sauce, and rice vinegar to a simmer.
  5. Place the dumplings in a steamer basket and steam for 15-20 minutes.
  6. Serve the dumplings with the hot soup for dipping.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
10g
Fat
5g

Supplies

Steamer basket Large pot Bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board Mixing spoon

Serving suggestions

Serve the Haipai Crab Soup Dumplings with a side of black vinegar and shredded ginger.

Tips & tricks

Be careful when eating the dumplings as the soup filling can be hot.

Cost

$20