Crystal shrimp dumpling, which is a famous traditional snack in Guangdong, is always ordered when we go to the teahouse. The traditional crystal shrimp dumpling method is half moon shaped and spider belly has 12 folds. My bag is in the shape of a willow leaf. Because it's a willow leaf controller. Ha ha. Next time I have to do it. I'm going to make half moon shaped crystal shrimp dumplings. -
Step1:Prepare ingredients - fresh shrimp, carrot, potato starch, wheat starch.
Step2:Take the shrimp to the shell.
Step3:Take the toothpick to the shrimp line.
Step4:Cut the shrimp in half with a knife.
Step5:Peel the carrots. Cut them into small pieces and chop them.
Step6:Put the shrimp meat and carrots together. Put salt, pepper, sugar, chicken essence, wheat starch, lard and sesame oil into it.
Step7:Add the wheat starch into the boiling water and stir it quickly while pouring with chopsticks until there is no dry noodles. It's very hot. It can't be operated directly by hand. Stir and pour out while it's hot. Knead potato starch several times. Then knead in lard. Knead into long smooth strips.
Step8:Cut it into 13g or so. Don't pack it too big. One bite is suitable. Cover with plastic wrap to prevent water loss.
Step9:Take a small piece and roll it into a round sheet. Put in the filling.
Step10:Liu yekong also made the crystal shrimp dumplings in the shape of willow leaves. Ha ha. You can make them into the traditional half moon shape.
Step11:After wrapping, boil the steamer, put cloth on the steamer drawer, or oil paper, or thin oil coating to prevent sticking. Put the shrimp dumplings in the pot and steam for 5 minutes.
Step12:After steaming, it's crystal clear and beautiful.
Cooking tips:1. Put sesame oil and lard in the filling to remove the smell. 2. Use boiled water to scald the dough. Stir the potato starch into the dough while it is hot. 3. Don't make shrimp dumplings too big. One bite is the best. There are skills in making delicious dishes.