Easy Homemade Pork Siomai

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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
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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.

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 — homemade scallion ginger 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

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

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

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