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Preparing the siu mai dough
Discover how to make and shape green siu mai wrappers from scratch in this detailed tutorial with Chef Meilan Kao.
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This lesson includes
- Closed captions & dubbing
- Downloadable resources
- Mobile app (iOS & Android)
Lesson details
Siu mai dough is tender yet strong enough to hold an open filling. With a custom green color and thin rolling technique, presentation is everything.
In this online lesson, Chef Meilan Kao shows you how to make, color, and shape siu mai wrappers using a starch-based dough.
What you'll learn in this lesson, Preparing the siu mai dough
- How to make siu mai dough using tapioca, rice, and potato starch
- How to incorporate safe food coloring for vibrant results
- How to roll dough evenly while keeping the center slightly thicker
- How to fold and press siu mai into the signature open-topped shape
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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