Dim Sum

Dim sum is a popular Chinese cuisine, which consists of small bite-sized portions of food served in steamer baskets or on small plates. It’s typically enjoyed during brunch or lunchtime and often accompanied by tea. Here are some popular dim sum dishes:

1. Har Gow (Shrimp dumplings) – translucent dumplings filled with shrimp and bamboo shoots.
2. Siu Mai (Pork and shrimp dumplings) – small steamed dumplings filled with ground pork, shrimp, and Chinese mushrooms.
3. Char Siu Bao (Barbecue pork buns) – steamed buns filled with sweet and savory barbecue pork.
4. Cheong Fun (Steamed rice noodle rolls) – thin rice noodles rolled around fillings like shrimp, pork, or vegetables.
5. Xiaolongbao (Soup dumplings) – delicate steamed dumplings filled with broth and pork, crab, or shrimp.
6. Lo Mai Gai (Sticky rice wrapped in lotus leaf) – glutinous rice mixed with chicken, Chinese sausage, mushrooms, and wrapped in lotus leaf before being steamed.
7. Egg Tarts – flaky crust tarts filled with a sweet egg custard.
8. Turnip Cake – savory cakes made from shredded daikon radish and rice flour, often pan-fried.
9. Fried Shrimp Balls – deep-fried shrimp balls coated with sesame seeds or shredded coconut.
10. Sesame Balls – fried dough balls filled with sweet bean paste and coated with sesame seeds.

When ordering dim sum, dishes are typically served in small portions, so it’s a great way to try a variety of different flavors and textures. Enjoy your dim sum meal!