Kanom Jeeb (Steamed Shrimp and Pork Dumplings) Recipe
Kanom Jeeb is a traditional Thai steamed dumpling featuring a savory filling of ground pork, shrimp, and garlic wrapped in delicate rice flour wrappers. This appetizer is known for its tender texture and rich, umami flavors, making it a popular street food and a favorite at any Thai meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 25-30 dumplings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 200g ground pork
- 100g shrimp, peeled and finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Wrappers
- 50 round dumpling wrappers (approximately 10cm diameter)
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine ground pork, finely chopped shrimp, minced garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, sesame oil, and white pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Fill the wrappers: Place a dumpling wrapper on a clean surface. Spoon about one tablespoon of the filling into the center of the wrapper.
- Shape the dumplings: Gather the edges of the wrapper around the filling, pleating and pinching the dough to seal it at the top, forming a small pouch or purse shape.
- Prepare the steamer: Line a steaming basket with parchment paper or cabbage leaves to prevent sticking, and arrange the dumplings inside, leaving space between them.
- Steam the dumplings: Bring water to a boil in a steamer pot. Place the basket over boiling water, cover, and steam the dumplings for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the filling is cooked through and the wrappers are translucent and tender.
- Serve: Carefully remove the dumplings from the steamer. Serve hot with a side of dipping sauce such as a mixture of soy sauce, chili, and lime juice.
Notes
- Ensure the shrimp is finely chopped to blend well with the pork filling.
- Do not overfill the wrappers to avoid tearing during steaming.
- Line the steamer to prevent dumplings from sticking.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Keywords: Kanom Jeeb, Thai dumplings, steamed dumplings, pork and shrimp dumplings, Thai appetizer
