Ingredients

• Ground pork
• Finely chopped napa cabbage
• Finely grated carrot
• Green onions, finely sliced
• Fresh ginger, finely grated
• Minced garlic
• Soy sauce
• Oyster sauce
• Sesame oil
• Sugar
• Salt
• White pepper
• Cornstarch
• Water or broth
• Square wonton noodles

Instructions

1. Add a pinch of salt to the cabbage, let it rest for 10 minutes then press to remove excess water.
2. In a bowl, mix together the pork, cabbage, carrot, green onions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, salt, pepper and cornstarch.
3. Add in water or broth and mix until you get a lightly sticky and even texture.
4. Place one wonton wrapper in your hand.
5. Add about 1 tsp of filling.
6. Close by bringing up the sides without closing the top.
7. Gently press to form an open cylinder.
8. Add a small garnish on top (carrot, pea, etc.).
9. The top should remain open and visible, that's the signature of siu mai.
10. Place in a steamer basket (with parchment paper or cabbage leaves).
11. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes.
12. Serve immediately.
13. Optional, place the Siu Mai in a smoker just before serving.