The winter solstice is a time when families and friends gather together to cook and enjoy dumplings, a traditional dish in the north of China. However, today, I want to introduce you to a unique and special type of dumpling that is a staple in the north, but not well-known in the south - Rough Rice Flour Steamed Dumplings. This dish is a must-try for anyone who loves traditional Chinese cuisine.
The Rough Rice Flour Steamed Dumplings have a thick and chewy dough made from a mixture of frozen potato starch and millet flour, which is a specialty in the north. The dough is then wrapped around a filling made from high-quality pork, onions, ginger, garlic, and spices. The combination of the chewy dough and the savory filling makes these dumplings a delight to eat.
To make these dumplings, you will need the following ingredients: 130g of black rice flour, 250g of water, 110g of millet flour, 300g of pork filling, 1/2 of a large onion, 1 egg, soy sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil. The pork filling is made by mixing together ground pork, soy sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil, and then adding in chopped onions and ginger. The dough is then made by mixing together the black rice flour and water, and then kneading it until it becomes smooth and elastic.
To assemble the dumplings, you will need to roll out the dough into small circles, and then place a spoonful of the filling in the center of each circle. Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape, and then press the edges together to seal the dumpling. Repeat this process until all of the dough and filling have been used up.
To cook the dumplings, you will need to steam them in a steamer basket over boiling water for 15-20 minutes. Serve the dumplings hot with a dipping sauce made from a mixture of soy sauce, vinegar, and sesame oil. This dish is a must-try for anyone who loves traditional Chinese cuisine.