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Hokkien style Rice Dumpling Recipe Healthy Living SG
Hokkien style Rice Dumpling Recipe Healthy Living SG from www.live2eatlovelaugh.com

Description

Rice dumplings, also known as zongzi, are a traditional Chinese delicacy made of glutinous rice and different fillings. This savory dish is often enjoyed during the Dragon Boat Festival, but it can be enjoyed any time of the year. The rice is wrapped in bamboo leaves, which give it a unique flavor and aroma. The fillings can vary from pork to mushrooms, and even sweet red bean paste for dessert dumplings. This recipe will teach you how to make delicious pork and mushroom rice dumplings.

Prep Time

Preparation for this dish can take up to 2 hours, depending on your skill level. It is recommended to soak the bamboo leaves overnight to make them more pliable and easier to work with.

Cook Time

Cooking time for the rice dumplings can take up to 2-3 hours on the stove, or you can use a pressure cooker for faster cooking times.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups glutinous rice
  • 1/2 pound pork belly, cut into small pieces
  • 1/2 cup dried shiitake mushrooms, soaked and sliced
  • 1/2 cup dried chestnuts, soaked and peeled
  • 1/4 cup dried shrimp, soaked and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 20-30 bamboo leaves, soaked overnight

Equipment

  • Large pot or pressure cooker
  • String or kitchen twine
  • Large bowl for soaking the bamboo leaves
  • Small bowl for mixing the sauce

Method

  1. Begin by washing the glutinous rice thoroughly and soaking it in water for at least 2 hours.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, sugar, salt, and white pepper.
  3. Heat a pan over medium heat and add the pork belly. Cook until browned, then add in the mushrooms, chestnuts, and shrimp. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until everything is well combined.
  4. Add the sauce mixture to the pan and stir well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce is well distributed.
  5. Drain the glutinous rice and mix it with the pork and mushroom mixture.
  6. Take a bamboo leaf and fold it in half with the shiny side facing out. Fold it into a cone shape and fill it with the rice mixture.
  7. Use another bamboo leaf to cover the top of the cone and fold the edges over to seal it shut.
  8. Tie the dumpling with kitchen twine or string to keep it closed.
  9. Repeat the process until all the rice and filling is used up.
  10. Place the dumplings in a large pot or pressure cooker and cover with water. Cook for 2-3 hours until the rice is cooked through and soft.
  11. Remove from the pot and let cool before serving.

Notes

It is important to soak the bamboo leaves overnight to make them more pliable and easier to work with. You can also add other fillings to your rice dumplings, such as Chinese sausage or peanuts. This recipe makes about 20-30 dumplings, depending on the size of the leaves you use.

Nutrition Info

Each rice dumpling is approximately 200-250 calories, depending on the size and filling used. They are high in carbohydrates and protein, and also contain essential vitamins and minerals.

Recipe Tips

To make the cooking process faster, you can use a pressure cooker instead of a large pot. Make sure to tie the dumplings tightly to prevent them from falling apart during cooking. You can also freeze the dumplings for later use. Simply steam them for 10-15 minutes to reheat before serving. Enjoy!

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