Zhong dumplings
2025-02-23 14:58:51 1052
Zhongshui Dumplings is one of the famous traditional Han Chinese snacks in Chengdu, Sichuan Province. Founded in the 19th year of the Guangxu reign, the shop was founded by Zhong Shaobai and originally named "Xiesenmao". In 1931, the sign "Lizhi Lane Zhongshui Dumplings" began to be hung. Renowned for its unique flavor both domestically and internationally, it has been awarded titles such as "Chinese Time honored Brand", "Chinese Famous Snack", "Green Catering Enterprise" by the Ministry of Domestic Trade of China, the China Cuisine Association, and the National Green Catering Engineering Committee. In terms of materials, the main difference between dumplings and northern dumplings is that they are made entirely of pig meat without adding other fresh dishes. When served, they are topped with specially made red oil, which is slightly sweet with a salty taste, and also spicy with a unique flavor; In terms of taste, Zhongshui dumplings have a sweet taste.
Details of ingredients
Technique
Steps to make Zhong dumplings
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1. Prepare ingredients: minced pork, dumpling wrappers (I bought them, if you don't mind the trouble, you can make them yourself)![]()
2. Ginger powder and scallions![]()
3. Add ginger, 2g of salt, white pepper, soy sauce, chicken essence, corn oil (if the meat is too fat, it can be omitted), and corn starch to the minced meat![]()
4. Stir in one direction and add water (about 40g) in multiple portions, stirring vigorously![]()
5. Before packaging, add chopped scallions and mix well![]()
6. Dumpling seasoning: Mix garlic paste, soy sauce, chili oil, and Sichuan pepper oil evenly and set aside.//Recipe for soy sauce: http://home.meishichina.com/recipe-193467.html![]()
7. Start making dumplings, take a piece of dumpling skin, put in the filling, and apply some water to the edge of the dumpling skin to increase stickiness![]()
8. Fold the dumplings in half and pinch the middle tightly first![]()
9. Pinch both sides tightly without revealing the filling![]()
10. Pack everything one by one and wait for the pot to be cooked![]()
11. Pour half a pot of water into the pot, and when the water boils, add 2g of salt![]()
12. Add dumplings (don't put too many at once), bring to a boil and add some cold water before cooking. Repeat this process three times![]()
13. After removing it, add the seasoning from step 6 according to your own taste, or you can dip it in and eat!
