Steamed Dumplings
makes 32 dumplings, enough for 6 to 8 servings
NOTE: If you
own a bamboo steamer basket, it can be used for this recipe. Simply
grease the basket and arrange the dumplings inside. Bring water (it
should be 3/4 inch below the bottom of the basket) to a boil
in a skillet large enough to hold the basket. Reduce to a simmer
and set the covered basket in the skillet. Steam as directed. When
the dumplings are done, place the basket on a plate, remove the
cover, and serve.
32 tortellini dumplings (see figures 7–9) or pyramid dumplings (see figures 5–6)
stuffed with any filling
1 recipe Soy-Ginger Dipping Sauce or any variation
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Grease a large collapsible steamer basket. Fill a large soup kettle with enough water to come 3/4 inch below bottom of basket. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat.
2. Arrange half of dumplings in basket, making sure they don't touch. Lower basket into kettle. Increase heat to high; cover and steam until dumplings are cooked through, about 5 minutes (add 2 to 3 minutes if frozen). Remove basket from kettle and serve dumplings immediately with dipping sauce.
3. Check water level in pot, adding more as necessary. Grease basket again and arrange remaining dumplings in basket, without letting them touch. Lower basket into kettle and cook as directed.