Shumai, or Siu Mai, are delicate, open-faced steamed dumplings filled with ground pork, shrimp, ginger, and scallions, wrapped in thin wheat wrappers and topped with a touch of fish roe, carrot, or pea for decoration. Originating from Southern China, particularly Guangdong and Hong Kong, Shumai are a staple of Cantonese dim sum, known for their juicy filling and pleated, flower-like shape. They are steamed in bamboo baskets and served hot, typically with soy sauce, chili oil, or hot mustard. While the Cantonese version is most common, Northern Chinese and Hakka versions use different fillings and wrappers. Common variations include chicken shumai, mushroom-pork shumai, or vegetarian versions.
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