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Steamed Xiaolongbao with Dipping Sauce
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Steamed Xiaolongbao with Dipping Sauce

Xiaolongbao is a traditional Chinese dish originating from the Jiangnan region, consisting of steamed dumplings filled with pork and a savory broth. This recipe combines the delicate flavors of pork, ginger, and soy sauce with the crunch of fresh vegetables, served with a side of dipping sauce. The dish is a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a favorite among food enthusiasts. To prepare, start by making the dipping sauce, which consists of soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil. Then, prepare the dumpling dough and fill it with a mixture of ground pork, ginger, and scallions. Steam the dumplings until they are cooked through, then serve with the dipping sauce and garnished with fresh vegetables and sesame seeds.

Time Cook
30
Level
Intermediate
Calories
250
Allergens
Pork, Soy, Ginger

Ingredients

1 lb
Ground Pork
350 Calories
2 inches
Ginger
10 Calories
1/4 cup
Scallions
20 Calories
2 tbsp
Soy Sauce
10 Calories
1 tbsp
Vinegar
5 Calories
1 tsp
Chili Oil
5 Calories
2 cups
Wheat Flour
100 Calories
1 large
Egg
70 Calories
1/4 cup
Sesame Seeds
50 Calories

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, ginger, scallions, soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil. Mix well until all the ingredients are well combined.
2
In a separate bowl, combine wheat flour and egg. Mix well until a dough forms.
3
Divide the dough into small balls, about the size of a small egg. Flatten each ball into a thin circle.
4
Place a tablespoon of the pork filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling and pleat the edges to form a dumpling.
5
Steam the dumplings over boiling water for 10-15 minutes, or until they are cooked through.

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