Preparing the siu mai filling
Learn how to prepare a vibrant siu mai filling with chicken, prawns, and traditional flavorings in this lesson with Chef Meilan Kao.
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Lesson details
Siu mai are open-topped dumplings that showcase their vibrant fillings - and this green version brings a modern twist to a traditional favorite.
In this online lesson, Chef Meilan Kao shows you how to make Kao Dim Sum's signature siu mai filling using chicken, prawns, and water chestnuts.
What you'll learn in this lesson, Preparing the siu mai filling
- How to prepare a flavorful, moist siu mai filling
- How to balance texture using water chestnuts and prawns
- Why oyster sauce and sesame oil are key flavor elements
- How to prep ingredients efficiently using a cleaver
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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