Huang Hou Mi Bao (empress' Secret Dumplings)
Huang Hou Mi Bao, or Empress' Secret Dumplings, is a luxurious and delicate dish that is a favorite in Chinese aristocrat cuisine. These dumplings are filled with a savory and fragrant mixture, wrapped in a thin and tender dough, and then steamed to perfection. The secret to these dumplings lies in the precise balance of flavors and the exquisite presentation, making them fit for royalty.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 cup finely chopped Napa cabbage
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp sugar
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 1 package round dumpling wrappers
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground pork, Napa cabbage, green onions, garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and white pepper until well combined.
- Place a small spoonful of the pork mixture in the center of a dumpling wrapper. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water, then fold the wrapper in half and press the edges to seal, creating a half-moon shape.
- Repeat with the remaining wrappers and pork mixture.
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Place the dumplings in a steamer basket lined with parchment paper and steam for 15-20 minutes, until the filling is cooked through and the wrappers are tender.
- Serve the dumplings hot with your choice of dipping sauce.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 12g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Large bowl Steamer basket Parchment paper
Tools
Knife Cutting board Steamer pot
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the Huang Hou Mi Bao with a side of hot and sour soup for a complete and satisfying meal.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Make sure to seal the dumplings tightly to prevent the filling from leaking during steaming.
Cost
$15