Crystal Shrimp Dumplings, also known as har gow, are a Cantonese dim sum classic filled with juicy shrimp wrapped in a translucent, chewy skin. These delicious dumplings are shaped as roses, making them perfect for Valentine’s Day.
1 : In a mixing bowl, make the filling by combining the listed ingredients. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate while preparing the dough.
2 : Add wheat starch, tapioca starch, and salt to a large mixing bowl. Stir the mixture and add boiled water.
3 : Mix until no more wet starch is left, and start kneading the dough until all loose starch is incorporated.
4 : Add 1 tsp vegetable oil and knead until the dough is smooth.
5 : Transfer the dough onto a work surface and divide it into 4 pieces. Keep the rest of the dough covered while working one piece at a time.
6 : Roll the dough into a log and cut it into 4 equal sections. Use a rolling pin to roll one out at a time until a circular-sized wrapper is formed.
7 : Lay two wrappers on the surface overlapping the edges. Add 1 tsp of filling to each center and fold the edges over. Press to seal tightly.
8 : Roll the dumplings from one end to the other, creating a rose shape dumpling.
9 : Bring a large pot of water to boil and steam the dumplings over high heat for 7 minutes.
