Huang Jin Long Xia Jiao (imperial Dragon Prawn Dumplings)

Huang Jin Long Xia Jiao, or Imperial Dragon Prawn Dumplings, are a luxurious and delectable dish from Chinese Aristocrat Cuisine. These dumplings are filled with succulent prawns and wrapped in a delicate, translucent skin, making them a true delicacy fit for royalty.

Huang Jin Long Xia Jiao (imperial Dragon Prawn Dumplings)

Ingredients

  • 20 large prawns, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup water chestnuts, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons ginger, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 20 round dumpling wrappers

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix together the prawns, water chestnuts, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and white pepper.
  2. Place a spoonful of the prawn mixture in the center of each dumpling wrapper.
  3. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water, then fold and pleat to seal the dumplings.
  4. Steam the dumplings for 8-10 minutes until the prawns are cooked through.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

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

Supplies

Steamer basket Bamboo steamer

Tools

Knife Cutting board Bowl Spoon

Serving suggestions

Serve the Huang Jin Long Xia Jiao with a dipping sauce made of soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil.

Tips & tricks

For an extra touch of elegance, garnish the dumplings with a sprinkle of finely chopped scallions or cilantro before serving.

Cost

$25