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Beef and Chive Dim Sims
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Prep Time
45
minutes
mins
Cook Time
15
minutes
mins
Total Time
1
hour
hr
Course
Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine
Australian, Chinese
Servings
4
Equipment
Mixing bowls
for preparing the filling and dough
Rolling Pin
to roll out the wrappers if you're making them from scratch
Steamer basket
bamboo steamers offer the most dim sum aesthetic, but any steamer will work
Skillet or deep fryer
if you opt for the fried siomai route
Dumpling press or mold (optional)
helps shape the dim sims neatly
Knife or dough cutter
to portion the dough or wrappers
Tongs or slotted spoon
for frying or removing from steam
Ingredients
For the Filling
1
lb
450g ground beef (preferably 80/20 for juiciness)
1
cup
chives
finely chopped
2
garlic cloves
minced
1
tablespoon
soy sauce
1
tablespoon
oyster sauce
1
teaspoon
sesame oil
1/2
teaspoon
ground white pepper
1/2
teaspoon
sugar
1
tablespoon
cornstarch
1
egg
lightly beaten, helps bind the filling
1
teaspoon
grated ginger
optional but highly recommended
For the Wrappers
You can use store-bought siomai wrappers
similar to wonton wrappers but thinner, or make them from scratch:
2
cups
all-purpose flour
1/2
teaspoon
salt
3/4
cup
warm water
add slowly to reach a pliable dough consistency
Cornstarch for dusting
Dipping Sauce
2
tablespoons
soy sauce
1
tablespoon
black vinegar or rice vinegar
1/2
teaspoon
chili oil
optional
1
teaspoon
minced scallions
Instructions
Make the Dough (if not using pre-made wrappers)
In a large bowl, combine flour and salt.
Slowly add warm water, stirring until a shaggy dough forms.
Knead on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth.
Cover and let rest for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the Filling
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped chives, garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, pepper, sugar, cornstarch, egg, and ginger.
Mix until everything is well incorporated. It should be a cohesive, sticky mixture.
Roll the Wrappers
Divide dough into small balls (about 1 inch each).
Roll each into a thin circle, around 3–4 inches in diameter.
Dust with cornstarch to prevent sticking.
Assemble the Dim Sims
Place a heaping teaspoon of filling in the center of a wrapper.
Fold up the edges to form a cup or purse shape, pinching the sides slightly but leaving the top open (like a siomai recipe Filipino-style).
Repeat until all filling is used.
Cook the Dim Sims
To Steam:
Line a steamer with parchment paper or cabbage leaves to prevent sticking.
Place dim sims about 1 inch apart.
Steam over boiling water for 10–12 minutes, until filling is fully cooked.
To Fry:
Heat oil in a pan or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Fry dim sims until golden brown and crispy, about 3–4 minutes.
Drain on paper towels.
You can also steam them first and pan-fry afterward for a crisp bottom—a method that gives you the best of both worlds.