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Veg Dimsum Recipe (Steamed)

Ingredients (for 12–15 dimsum):

For the Dough / Wrappers:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour (maida)

• ½ cup water (adjust as needed)

• Pinch of salt

For the Filling:

• 1 cup finely chopped mixed vegetables (carrot, cabbage, capsicum, beans)

• 2–3 spring onions, chopped

• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste

• 1 tsp soy sauce

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp cornflour

• Salt to taste

• 1 tsp oil

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Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Dough (if making wrappers at home)

1. Mix flour, salt, and water to form a smooth, soft dough.

2. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 20–30 mins.

Step 2: Prepare the Filling

1. Heat oil in a pan, sauté ginger-garlic paste for 30 seconds.

2. Add chopped vegetables and spring onions, stir-fry 3–4 mins.

3. Add soy sauce, pepper, salt, and cornflour. Mix well and cook until slightly dry.

4. Let the filling cool.

Step 3: Shape the Dimsum

1. Roll small balls of dough and flatten into small circles (or use ready-made dumpling wrappers).

2. Place a teaspoon of filling in the center.

3. Fold the edges and pleat to seal the dimsum.

Step 4: Steam the Dimsum

1. Heat water in a steamer.

2. Place dimsum on parchment paper or a lightly greased plate.

3. Steam for 8–10 mins until the wrappers turn slightly translucent.

Step 5: Serve

• Serve hot with soy sauce, chili sauce, or schezwan sauce.