Roy Yamaguchi’s Shui Mai

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 14
Roy Yamaguchi's Shui Mai Recipe
in Appetizer

Prep

40 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb pork butt
1 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup sugar
1/8 cup ginger , grated
1 tablespoon garlic , grated
20 wonton skins
1 tablespoon minced chives
1 bunch watercress ( garnish )
1/2 cup dry mustard
1 cup vinegar , rice wine
1 cup soy sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
452
Sugar
35g
Fat
11g
Shui Mai is a traditional Chinese dumpling that is often served as an appetizer. This recipe, created by famed chef Roy Yamaguchi, combines flavors of ginger, garlic, and pork to create a delicious and satisfying dish. Shui Mai is easy to make and is a great option for a party or special occasion. The dish can be served as an appetizer or as part of a larger meal with rice and vegetables. Dipping sauce made of dry mustard, vinegar, and soy sauce complements the savory flavors of the Shui Mai.

Instructions

1.In a bowl, combine pork butt, soy sauce, sugar, ginger, and garlic. Mix well.
2.Let the mixture marinade for at least 30 minutes.
3.Put a spoonful of the pork mixture in the center of each wonton skin.
4.Bring up the edges of the skin around the filling and press together tightly to form a pleated cup around the filling.
5.Place the shui mai in a bamboo steamer basket lined with wax paper.
6.Steam for 8-10 minutes until cooked through.
7.Mix together dry mustard, vinegar, and soy sauce to create a dipping sauce.
8.Serve shui mai garnished with chives and watercress, with dipping sauce on the side.

PROS

Shui Mai is an easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for a party, and the recipe can be easily scaled up to feed large crowds.

CONS

Shui Mai can be on the fatty side, due to the pork used in the recipe.
It is best enjoyed as an occasional treat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite being high in fat, Shui Mai does have some nutritional value. Pork is an excellent source of protein, and ginger and garlic contain compounds that can help boost the immune system.

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