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Dim Sum — traditional dish from Guangzhou, China
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Nutritional Values

🔥520kcal
💪30gProtein
🌾60gCarbs
🥑18gFat
🌿5gFibre
⚖️350 gServing

* Per serving · 350 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten 🦐 Shellfish

Dim Sum

How to order / say it
Say it 點心 — [Deem summ]
Order I'd like the dim sum, please.
Locally 我要點心，謝謝。
Say locally

A variety of small, flavorful Cantonese dishes, typically served with tea.

Why try it?

Dim sum is not just food; it is a way of life in Hong Kong, reflecting its traditional yum cha culture. These bite-sized delights are best enjoyed in bustling tea houses with family and friends.

How it tastes

Dim sum offers a symphony of flavors and textures, from the silky smoothness of shrimp dumplings to the crunchy exterior of spring rolls, all paired with delicate soy or chili sauce.

Origin & History — first documented: 960

Originating during the Tang Dynasty as a roadside snack served to weary travelers, dim sum evolved in the 10th century Southern China tea houses. It became iconic in the 20th century as a social meal, showcasing Hong Kong's love for shared dining experiences.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🦐 200 g shrimp
  • 🌾 20 pieces wonton wrappers
  • 🥣 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 🧂 10 g ginger
  • 🧄 10 g garlic
  • 🥕 10 g spring onions
  • 🫒 1 tbsp sesame oil

Method

  1. 1 Prepare the filling by finely chopping shrimp and mixing with ginger, garlic, and seasoning.
  2. 2 Spoon filling onto wonton wrappers and fold to seal.
  3. 3 Steam dim sum over boiling water for 10 minutes.
  4. 4 Serve with soy sauce and garnish with sliced spring onions.

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