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Sabudana Dimsum

| Updated on: 14 July, 2025
Sabudana Dimsum

Delight in the fusion of flavours with Sabudana Dimsum! Soft and chewy tapioca pearls encase a vibrant filling of spiced carrots, mushrooms, and crushed peanuts, finished with a hint of soy and chilli. Steamed to perfection, these dumplings are the perfect blend of texture and taste. Serve with a drizzle of chili oil for a snack that's irresistibly delicious and gluten-free!

INGREDIENTS -

For the Filling:

  • 2 cups soaked sabudana (tapioca pearls)
  • Salt (as needed)
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 2 chopped red chillies
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1 cup chopped mushrooms
  • A handful of coriander stems
  • 2 tbsp red chilli sauce
  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp vinegar
  • ½ cup crushed peanuts



For Serving:

  • Chilli oil

METHOD -


Prepare the Filling:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan and add the chopped red chillies. Sauté until they splutter.

  • Add the chopped carrots and mushrooms, and sauté for a few minutes until slightly tender.

  • Mix in the coriander stems, red chilli sauce, dark soy sauce, vinegar, and salt as needed.

  • Finally, add the crushed peanuts and cook until the mixture turns sticky. Set aside to cool.


Prepare the Sabudana Dough:

  • In a separate bowl, combine the soaked sabudana with a pinch of salt.

  • Mash the mixture until it becomes sticky and holds together.


Assemble the Dimsum:

  • Take a portion of the mashed sabudana and flatten it into a disc shape.

  • Place a spoonful of the prepared vegetable filling in the center and cover it completely, sealing the edges to form a ball or dumpling shape.


Steam the Dimsum:

  • Place the assembled dimsum in a steamer.

  • Steam for 12-15 minutes until cooked through.



Serve hot with chilli oil on the side. Enjoy!

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