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    Shu Mai/Siu Mai dumplings filled with broccoli & zucchini in garlic sauce (Vegan)

    Published: Jun 27, 2011 · Modified: Aug 1, 2018 by Richa 18 Comments

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    Shu Mai /Siu Mai dumplings filled with broccoli and zucchini in garlic sauce. A delicious snack or appetizer, I served these dumplings with beet slices and hoisin sauce. Vegan Recipe. Jump to Recipe

    Shu Mai /Siu Mai dumplings filled with broccoli and zucchini in garlic sauce. A delicious snack or appetizer, I served these dumplings with beet slices and hoisin sauce. Vegan Recipe. #veganricha #vegan


     
    Finally got around to making dumplings.. the wrappers and all. You can use these same wrappers to make potstickers, wontons and what not.. steam them.. fry them, or boil them in soups.
    Just about to be steamed
     
     
    The shu mai turned out super yummy.. I served them up, topped with thin tiny beet slices and with some thick hoisin sauce!. Of course I could have made the wrappers even thinner.. but hey.. all that rolling is tiring.. You can buy eggless wonton or gyoza wrappers and that will definitely save some time and energy! Here are some other options for fillings and other types of dim sum and dumplings
    https://www.vegetariantimes.com/features/651
    https://urbanvegan.net/2010/01/wonton-wrappers-demystified.html
     
    And below is another wrapper recipe with some added rice flour and also with Step by step pictures on how to shape them into ShuMai .
    https://www.cuisinivity.com/topstory/2011/April/040611_viet_shumai.php
     
    Vegan ShuMai SiuMai dumplings
     
    Heres the some Steamed Bao which I made a couple of times. these are yeasty fluffy buns filled with all kinds of saucy filling.. and also served in Dim sums..
    Have a fun Dim Sum!
     
    Shu Mai dumplings served on a white plate
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    Shu Mai/Siumai Dumplings Filled With Broccoli & Zucchini In Garlic Sauce

    Shu Mai /Siu Mai dumplings filled with broccoli and zucchini in garlic sauce. A delicious snack or appetizer, I served these dumplings with beet slices and hoisin sauce. Vegan Recipe.
    Prep Time45 mins
    Cook Time20 mins
    Total Time1 hr 5 mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Vegan
    Keyword: dumpling appetiser, vegan dumplings, zucchini recipe
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 156kcal
    Author: Vegan Richa

    Ingredients

    Wrappers

    • 1 cup (125 g) all purpose flour
    • 1/4 teaspoon (0.25 teaspoon) salt or to taste
    • warm water
    • cornstarch as needed
    • 1 teaspoon oil

    Filling:

    • 1/2 (0.5 ) loaded cup small chopped broccoli
    • 1/2 cup (62 g) chopped zucchini
    • 1 teaspoon canola oil
    • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
    • 2 teaspoon hoisin sauce
    • 1/2 teaspoon (0.5 teaspoon) raw sugar or agave syrup
    • 1/2 teaspoon (0.5 teaspoon) chili flakes
    • 1 + Tablespoon finely chopped garlic to taste

    Instructions

    • Mix in the flour, half a teaspoon of cornstarch and salt
    • Grease your hand with oil. Add in the warm water a little at a time till the dough starts to come together. Knead for a few minutes till it doesnt stick and is elastic.
    • Let the dough rest covered by a towel for half an hour to an hour.
    • Make small balls and roll them out, or roll out bigger ball and cut square or circle shapes depending on what you want to use the wrappers for.
    • The rolling out takes some effort. Use cornstarch to dust if dough is sticky. The dough is also elastic, so roll it out, let it rest for a few seconds, then lift and roll out more.
    • For the Shumai, I rolled the small balls into circles.
    • To store, dust with cornstarch and store in airtight bag in the refrigerator.
    • In a pan, heat some canola oil and add garlic and chili flakes and cook on medium heat for a few seconds.
    • Add in the broccoli and zucchini, toss and let cook for 3-4 minutes.
    • Add in the hoisin sauce, salt if needed, sugar and sesame oil. Mix and cook covered for another 3-4 minutes.
    • Adjust spice and sauce for taste and let cool.

    Assembly

    • Take a small piece of the dough, make a ball and roll it into a 3-inch circle. Put the wrapper on your thumb and index finger and put some filling in. Slowly push down the shu mai into the hole between your thumb and index finger to wrap the wrapper around the filling.
    • Push the edges of the wrapper inward in small folds covering the top edges of the filling like a pouch. Some filling at the top should remain exposed. Use a little water to seal the folds if necessary.
    • Place shu mai on parchment on bamboo steamer or on greased steel steamer.
    • Steam for 7-10 minutes until the wrapper appears translucent.
    • Serve hot with dipping sauce. I topped it with thin beet slices for garnish and added color!
    • Some Dipping sauce options: Hoisin sauce, sweet and sour sauce, soy sauce, or mix in some chili oil, minced garlic or ginger(not both), soy sauce and rice wine vinegar.

    Notes

    Nutritional value is based on 1 serving

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Shu Mai/Siumai Dumplings Filled With Broccoli & Zucchini In Garlic Sauce
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 156 Calories from Fat 27
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 3g5%
    Sodium 187mg8%
    Potassium 109mg3%
    Carbohydrates 27g9%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 2g2%
    Protein 3g6%
    Vitamin A 175IU4%
    Vitamin C 13.1mg16%
    Calcium 10mg1%
    Iron 1.6mg9%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
     

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    1. Cassi

      September 28, 2017 at 8:13 am

      first. I love your website! I didn’t notice where it said how many the recipe made. How many did this make? Also, do you think the dumplings would store well? I want to use them for a meal prep.

      thank you!

      Reply
      • Richa

        September 28, 2017 at 10:44 am

        8 to 12 depending on the size and thickness. Yes, you can roll them out and store between parchment in a sealed container. refrigerated for 2 days and frozen for longer.

        Reply
    2. Sarah Cavazos

      March 04, 2014 at 5:33 am

      These look so good! I will definitely be trying out this recipe soon. Mmmm, vegan shumai!

      Reply
    3. Sarah Cavazos

      March 04, 2014 at 5:20 am

      These look so good! I will definitely be trying out this recipe soon. Mmmm, vegan shumai!

      Reply
    4. Donna Cuffe

      March 04, 2014 at 4:39 am

      What about a paleo version of the dumpling wrappers? Can you use Coconut flour as a substitute or almond flour?

      Reply
      • Richa

        March 04, 2014 at 10:20 pm

        both flours will not hold the dough together because there is no gluten. you can try adding some tapioca and potato starches.

        Reply
    5. Richa

      July 21, 2011 at 1:08 am

      Thanks Erin and Two Vegan boys!

      Reply
    6. Two Vegan Boys

      July 21, 2011 at 1:03 am

      One word, “WOW”. I am going to make these next week. Thanks!

      Reply
    7. erinwyso

      June 29, 2011 at 4:56 pm

      Looks delish! Thanks for sharing — your blog is fabulous!

      Reply
    8. Richa

      June 28, 2011 at 8:52 pm

      Thanks Priya.. the filling came about coz i had some broccoli sitting in the fridge going soft on me 🙂

      Thanks forgottenbeast!

      Reply
    9. forgottenbeast

      June 28, 2011 at 4:13 pm

      Oh yum! I’d definitely buy the premade wrappers (I’m a bit lazy in the kitchen like that), but the filling sounds delicious!

      Reply
    10. Priya Sreeram

      June 28, 2011 at 4:33 am

      lovely siu mai- nice filling for the dumplings !

      Reply
    11. Richa

      June 27, 2011 at 9:58 pm

      Thank for dropping by Krithi. I think you can store the dough like we store the roti dough. I havent tried it though.
      The rolled out wrappers kept between parchment paper or cornstarch dusting keeps well in the fridge for a couple of days, and frozen for longer.
      Hope this helps

      Reply
    12. Krithi's Kitchen

      June 27, 2011 at 9:44 pm

      Wow… so beautiful.. Can we store this wonton dough for long?

      https://krithiskitchen.blogspot.com
      Event: Healing Foods – Banana

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