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    Easy Homemade Pork Siomai

    Apr 30, 2023 · 2 Comments

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    This Easy Homemade Pork siomai is a popular and delicious street food that has become a beloved snack and appetizer in many parts of the world.

    Made with ground pork, green onions, cilantro and select seasonings. The result is a savory and satisfying taste perfect for an appetizer. It is also a popular street food in many parts of Southeast Asia, and can be found at street vendors, food courts, and restaurants.

    There are so many siomai variations. Filipino pork siomai is a popular variation of the Chinese dim sum, which has become a staple street food and snack in the Philippines.

    This particular siomai reminds me of my college days, when we would always eat siomai, for lunch's and even dinners. The vendor was close by outside my school. It's so convenient and of course very inexpensive.

    I would admit Manong's or Kuya's siomai was my ultimate favourite. When I was younger I thought they would be difficult to make, but to be honest they are actually pretty easy to prepare yourself.

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    • What is shu mai or siomai
    • How to make it
    • What can you serve
    • Cooking tips
    • Storing tips
    • Recipe Faqs
    • More appetizer ideas
    • Recipe

    What is shu mai or siomai

    Shu Mai or Siomai is a type of dim sum that is originated in China. The filling usually contains ground pork, chopped shrimps, garlic, onions and other seasonings, and is wrapped in a thin layer of dough, then steamed until cooked through.

    Served with a tangy dipping sauce, chili sauce or hot sauce for added taste. It is a satisfying and flavorful dish that is perfect for any time of the day.

    While it may seem intimidating to make your own pork siomai, it is actually a relatively simple dish to prepare, and can be made with just a few basic ingredients.

    How to make it

    Step 1. Add ground pork, chopped green onions, cilantro in a bowl. Mix until well combined.

    Step 2. Add oyster sauce, garlic powder, sugar, cornstarch, salt and pepper. Mix until everything is incorporated.

    Step 3. To assemble, place wrapper in fingers to form a circles and add a heaping tablespoon of the meat mixture in the center. Gently press down on the top of the filling with spoon to create a dome shape.

    to assemble easy homemade pork siomai

    Step 4. Arrange the assembled siomai in a steamer basket lined with parchment paper. Top with shredded carrots. Steam for 8 minutes or until cooked through.

    What can you serve

    Pork siomai is a versatile and delicious dish that can be served as a snack, appetizer, or main course. Here are some popular options to serve with pork siomai:

    Dipping Sauce

    ginger scallion oil in a jar
    homemade scallion ginger oil
    Homemade Chili Oil
    chili oil
    • scallion ginger oil: is a versatile condiment that can be used in variety of dishes. It adds aromatic flavours. A must-try!
    • chili oil: gives the spice of life to a lot of dishes. Not only does it provides that spicy flavour, but it also adds extra excitement to the dish.
    • soy sauce: you can mix soy sauce, calamansi juice, garlic, and chili flakes to create a tangy and slightly spicy dipping sauce. A common dipping sauce we used in the Philippines.

    Rice

    Sinangag (Garlic Fried Rice)
    the best shrimp fried rice
    Shrimp Fried Rice
    • You can served with a side of steamed rice or fried rice (sinangag or shrimp fried rice) to make it a complete meal. This is a popular way of serving siomai in many Filipino restaurants.

    Noodles

    Pan Fried Soy Sauce Noodles
    Vegetarian Pancit Canton
    • Pair with some noodles such as pancit or chow mein for a satisfying and filling meal.

    Cooking tips

    • Use ground pork with a good fat content, (20% Fat) this gives siomai extra juicy.
    • Chopped veggies finely, you can also use food processor.
    • Don't overstuff the wrapper, overstuffing can cause breakage and will fall apart when steaming.
    • Lined basket with parchment paper (with small holes) to prevent them fro sticking steamer basket.
    • Make sure the water in the steamer is boiling and the steam is coming out strongly before adding the siomai. This will help the siomai cook evenly and quickly.

    Storing tips

    • Make sure to cool down siomai before storing.
    • You can store cooked siomai in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
    • To freeze, place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Then, transfer them to a freezer-safe container store in the freezer for up to 1 month.

    Recipe Faqs

    Can I freeze siomai?

    Yes, assemble the siomai as you normally would and arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Place the baking sheet in the freezer and freeze the siomai for 1-2 hours, or until they are firm. Once the siomai are firm, transfer them to a resealable freezer bag or an airtight container. Freeze the siomai for up to 1 month.

    Can I add shrimp to this recipe?

    Yes, to make pork and shrimp siomai, simply chopped shrimp finely. Then add them together with ground pork on the step 1.

    How to cook frozen siomai?

    Remove the frozen siomai from the freezer and thaw for a few minutes at room temperature. Arrange the thawed siomai in the steamer basket lined with parchment paper. Steam the siomai for 10-12 minutes or until they are heated through.

    What type of wrappers do you use?

    This recipe uses whole egg wonton wrappers. You can find them at grocery store or any asian store. You can also use round wonton wrappers.

    More appetizer ideas

    • cheesy baked tahong mussels
    • vegetarian siomai
    • squash and sweet potato ukoy

    Did you make Easy Homemade Pork Siomai today? I’d love to hear on the comment section below. Or Follow and tag me on Facebook and Instagram.

    Recipe

    Easy Homemade Pork Siomai

    Kristel Mae Baclaan
    This Easy Homemade Pork siomai is a popular and delicious street food that has become a beloved snack and appetizer in many parts of the world. 
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 1 hour hr
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine asian, Chinese, filipino
    Servings 30 pcs
    Calories 42.1 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 450 grams ground pork
    • ¼ cup carrots peeled and grated
    • 3 stalks green onion finely chopped
    • 1 tablespoon cilantro finely chopped
    • 1½ teaspoon cornstarch
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 3 teaspoons oyster sauce
    • 1½ teaspoon sugar
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

    Dipping sauce

    • soy sauce

    Toppings

    • carrots grated

    Instructions
     

    Filling

    • In a mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, chopped green onion, cilantro and grated carrots.. Mix well until evenly distributed.
    • Add cornstarch, oyster sauce, garlic powder, sugar, salt and pepper. Mix until well combined.

    Assemble

    • Make a hole with your finger and thumb. Place wrapper on top. Scoop a heaping tablespoon of the meat mixture and place in the center. Gently press down the filling with spoon to create a dome shape.
    • Gather the edges of the wrapper and bring them together, leaving the top of the filling exposed.

    Steam

    • Arrange the assembled siomai in a steamer basket lined with parchment paper, leaving a little space between each piece to prevent sticking. Top with finely grated carrots (optional).
    • Cover and steam in a boiling water for 8-10 minutes or until cooked through.

    Notes

    Cooking Tips
    • Use ground pork with a good fat content, (20% Fat) this gives siomai extra juicy.
    • Chopped veggies finely, you can also use food processor.
    • Don't overstuff the wrapper, overstuffing can cause breakage and will fall apart when steaming.
    • Lined basket with parchment paper (with small holes) to prevent them fro sticking steamer basket.
    • Make sure the water in the steamer is boiling and the steam is coming out strongly before adding the siomai. This will help the siomai cook evenly and quickly.
    Keyword easy homemade pork siomai, filipino pork siomai, pork siomai

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    1. Mace says

      May 09, 2023 at 11:55 am

      5 stars
      These are amazing ! Perfect for appies

      Reply
    2. Lovely Colegado says

      January 11, 2024 at 4:09 am

      5 stars
      This is my favorite. Thanks for sharing your Recipe.

      Reply

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