Recipe Siomay Indonesia

"Siomay rekomendasi"

Here’s a recipe for Siomay, a popular Indonesian dumpling dish:

Ingredients:

For the filling:

• 250g ground chicken or fish (or a mix of both)
• 100g shrimp, finely chopped (optional)
• 2 tablespoons tapioca starch (or cornstarch)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• Salt to taste
• 1/2 carrot, finely grated (optional)
• 2 spring onions, finely chopped (optional)

For the dipping sauce:

• 3 tablespoons peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sweet soy sauce (kecap manis)
• 1-2 teaspoons chili sauce (optional for spice)
• 2 tablespoons water

For the siomay wrappers:

• Siomay wrappers (available in most Asian markets, or you can use wonton wrappers or make your own)

For steaming:

• Cabbage leaves (for lining the steamer)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the filling:

   • In a bowl, combine the ground chicken (or fish), shrimp, tapioca starch, garlic, soy sauce, white pepper, sesame oil, and salt. Mix everything well until it forms a smooth paste.
   • Optionally, add grated carrot or chopped spring onions for extra flavor and texture.

2. Assemble the siomay:

   • Take a wrapper and place a spoonful of the filling in the center.
   • Gather the sides of the wrapper and form a pouch, pinching the edges together to seal. You can fold or crimp the top to make a neat shape.

3. Prepare the steamer:

   • Line a steamer basket with cabbage leaves to prevent the siomay from sticking.
   • Place the siomay in the steamer, leaving space between each one for expansion.

4. Steam:

   • Steam the siomay for about 20-25 minutes, or until fully cooked.

5. Make the dipping sauce:

   • In a bowl, mix together the peanut butter, soy sauce, vinegar, sweet soy sauce, chili sauce (if using), and water. Stir until smooth and well combined.

6. Serve:

   • Once the siomay is done steaming, serve it hot with the dipping sauce on the side. You can also garnish with fried shallots or a sprinkle of spring onions if desired.

Enjoy your homemade siomay!