Description
These Thai Pork Dumplings (Kanom Jeeb) are healthy, flavorful, and easy to make at home! Featuring a juicy pork filling with garlic, shiitake mushrooms, green onions, and Thai seasonings, these steamed dumplings are perfect for snacking, dim sum-style gatherings, or a delicious appetizer. Try this authentic Thai recipe and impress your guests with homemade dumplings!
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 14 oz ground pork
Produce:
- 1 1/8 oz carrots, finely chopped
- 1/3 oz coriander root, minced
- 1/3 oz garlic, minced
- 2/3 oz green onions, chopped
- 1/3 oz dried shiitake mushrooms, rehydrated & finely chopped
- 1 tbsp crispy fried garlic, for garnish
Refrigerated:
- 1 egg, beaten
Condiments:
- 3 tbsp Golden Mountain sauce (or soy sauce)
- 2 1/2 tbsp oyster sauce
Baking & Spices:
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (helps bind the filling)
- 1/4 oz black peppercorns, crushed
- 1 1/2 tbsp white sugar
Oils & Vinegars:
- 1 1/2 tbsp sesame oil (adds fragrance & moisture)
- 1 tbsp garlic oil (for brushing after steaming)
Bread & Baked Goods:
- 1 package dumpling wrappers
Instructions
1. Prepare the Filling:
- In a large bowl, mix ground pork, carrots, coriander root, garlic, green onions, shiitake mushrooms, egg, Golden Mountain sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, crushed black pepper, white sugar, and sesame oil.
- Stir until well combined and let sit for 10-15 minutes for flavors to meld.
2. Fill the Dumplings:
- Place 1 teaspoon of filling in the center of a dumpling wrapper.
- Lightly wet the edges with water, then fold and pinch the edges to seal. (You can pleat or leave them open-top like traditional Thai dumplings.)
- Repeat until all dumplings are assembled.
3. Steam the Dumplings:
- Line a bamboo or metal steamer with parchment paper or lightly greased cabbage leaves.
- Arrange dumplings ½ inch apart to prevent sticking.
- Steam over boiling water for 10-12 minutes, or until the pork is fully cooked.
4. Garnish & Serve:
- Brush with garlic oil and sprinkle with crispy fried garlic.
- Serve with soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, or a Thai-style dipping sauce.
Notes
- Make it spicy by adding ½ tsp chili flakes to the filling.
- Freeze uncooked dumplings on a tray, then transfer to a bag for later use. Steam from frozen for 15 minutes.
- Pair with Thai iced tea or jasmine rice for a complete meal!
