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What is the name of the iconic translucent dim sum dumpling filled with juicy shrimp?
How many pleats is a dim sum master traditionally expected to fold into a single har gow dumpling?
sonia The iconic translucent shrimp dumpling is the ultimate test of a chef's technical skill.
What type of dough is used to give steamed char siu bao buns their fluffy, bread-like texture?
Why do traditional dim sum steam baskets feature woven bamboo lids instead of solid metal ones?
sonia Anatomy of the Bamboo Basket
Woven lid drinks the steam, / No soggy drops on the scene, / Dim sum floats like a dream.
sonia This open-faced pork and shrimp dumpling has a rich history tracing back to Inner Mongolia.
What ingredient is traditionally placed on top of a shumai dumpling as a colorful garnish?
What natural material is traditionally used to make the stackable steaming baskets for dim sum?
Steamer science: Stacked bamboo steamers cook food using a chimney effect, where steam rises and cooks the top basket just as fast as the bottom.
What visual feature indicates that a steamed barbecue pork bun (char siu bao) has been cooked perfectly?
Which open-faced dim sum dumpling, typically filled with pork and shrimp, originated in northern China?
A container or appliance in which food is cooked or heated by exposure to steam. In 1970s Hong Kong, artisan Lui Ming designed a steel-rimmed bamboo version to prevent cracking.