Sabudana Dimsum

Delight in the fusion of flavours with Sabudana Dimsum! Soft and chewy tapioca pearls encase a vibrant filling of spiced carrots, mushrooms, and crushed peanuts, finished with a hint of soy and chilli. Steamed to perfection, these dumplings are the perfect blend of texture and taste. Serve with a drizzle of chili oil for a snack that's irresistibly delicious and gluten-free!

INGREDIENTS -

For the Filling:

2 cups soaked sabudana (tapioca pearls)
Salt (as needed)
1 tbsp oil
2 chopped red chillies
1 cup chopped carrots
1 cup chopped mushrooms
A handful of coriander stems
2 tbsp red chilli sauce
1 tbsp dark soy sauce
1 tbsp vinegar
½ cup crushed peanuts

For Serving:

Chilli oil

METHOD -

Prepare the Filling:

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan and add the chopped red chillies. Sauté until they splutter.
Add the chopped carrots and mushrooms, and sauté for a few minutes until slightly tender.
Mix in the coriander stems, red chilli sauce, dark soy sauce, vinegar, and salt as needed.
Finally, add the crushed peanuts and cook until the mixture turns sticky. Set aside to cool.

Prepare the Sabudana Dough:

In a separate bowl, combine the soaked sabudana with a pinch of salt.
Mash the mixture until it becomes sticky and holds together.

Assemble the Dimsum:

Take a portion of the mashed sabudana and flatten it into a disc shape.
Place a spoonful of the prepared vegetable filling in the center and cover it completely, sealing the edges to form a ball or dumpling shape.

Steam the Dimsum: