This lesson includes
- Closed captions & dubbing
- Downloadable resources
- Mobile app (iOS & Android)
Folding and cooking the ha gao
In this lesson, Chef Meilan Kao teaches how to fold, steam, and plate classic ha gao dumplings using traditional Chinese techniques.
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This lesson includes
- Closed captions & dubbing
- Downloadable resources
- Mobile app (iOS & Android)
Lesson details
The beauty of ha gao lies in its folds. Whether pleated or shaped into a half-moon, the technique brings structure, and elegance, to every dumpling.
In this online lesson, Chef Meilan Kao demonstrates how to fold, steam, and plate siu mai using traditional tools and presentation techniques.
What you'll learn in this lesson, Folding and cooking the ha gao
- How to fold ha gao using two classic techniques
- How to use flour and hand positioning to avoid sticking
- How to steam dumplings using a bamboo steamer
- How to garnish and plate ha gao for visual appeal
Instructor
Meilan Kao is a third-generation dim sum chef and creative culinary director of the globally loved Royal China restaurants. Born into a family that helped introduce Cantonese cuisine to London, Meilan has made it her mission to honor tradition while...
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