Jung Ji-sun's Spinach Steamed Dumplings

Shanghai-style dumplings filled with juicy pork and quail eggs, made with soft fermented dough dyed green using spinach juice.

Ingredients needed 4 servings

Recipe

Cooking tips

  • During winter or in cool environments, the dough may not rise properly; use water or juice at a warm temperature (40–50°C) that feels slightly warm to the touch for better fermentation.
  • Vegetables in the filling must be blanched or soaked and squeezed dry completely before mixing, as excess moisture can ruin the pork’s flavor during cooking.
  • The unique cooking method—crisping the bottom in oil and steaming the top with steam—creates the signature crispy exterior and tender, moist interior, defining the essence of this xiaolongbao.

Recommended for

  • Home cooks who want to make authentic Shanghai-style xiaolongbao from scratch.
  • Those seeking a unique snack that combines the soft texture of bread with the satisfying crunch of dumplings.

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