A Local Snack of China Cantonese Shrimp Dumplings

Cantonese Shrimp Dumpling, a traditional delicacy of Guangdong Province, belongs to the Cantonese cuisine and is beloved by diners for its exquisite taste and delicate appearance. Below is a detailed introduction to Cantonese Shrimp Dumpling.

Originating in the early 20th century at a family-style teahouse called "Yizhen" in Wufeng Village, Henan (Haizhu District) of Guangzhou, Cantonese Shrimp Dumpling was created by the teahouse owner to attract customers. The owner used the family recipe as dim sum, filling the dumplings with fresh shrimp, pork, and bamboo shoots. Due to its delicious taste, the dish quickly gained popularity and, after continuous improvements, became an iconic dish representing "eating in Guangzhou."

GROWLIN's Shrimp Dumpling ingredients: Shrimp meat is typically selected from 2-3 whole fresh whiteleg shrimp to ensure the sweetness and elasticity of the shrimp. The bamboo shoots must be tender to add a crisp texture to the filling. Additionally, ingredients such as wheat starch, potato starch, salt, sugar, pepper, and sesame oil are used for seasoning and making the dumpling wrappers.

GROWLINK's Shrimp Dumpling flavor characteristics: Cantonese Shrimp Dumpling has a rich texture, with a chewy and elastic wrapper and a juicy and tender filling. Taking a bite, one first experiences the smoothness of the wheat starch wrapper, followed by the sweetness of the shrimp and the crispness of the bamboo shoots blending together in the mouth, creating a delicious and lingering taste. GROWLINK offers various flavors of shrimp dumplings, including the classic original, luxurious black truffle, innovative green peppercorn (popular among young people), and personalized curry flavors to cater to different consumer preferences.

Shrimp Dumpling is not just a delicacy but also an essential representation of Guangdong's culinary culture. While savoring the dumplings, people enjoy leisurely time with family and friends, carrying with them the aspirations for a better life and the inheritance of China's traditional culinary culture.