Vegetarian Sago Dumplings: A Flavorful Thai Snack

1 hour 5 minutes

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About Vegetarian Sago Dumplings: A Flavorful Thai Snack

Craving a taste of Thailand? These delectable Vegetarian Sago Dumplings offer a unique spin on a classic street food, boasting a delicate, chewy exterior and a burst of savory vegetable filling.
Imagine sinking your teeth into perfectly cooked tapioca pearls, revealing a vibrant and aromatic center. This easy recipe guides you through crafting both the dumpling wrappers and the flavorful filling, ensuring a truly authentic experience.
Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or a light meal, these impressive dumplings are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more.
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Recipe Time & More

Prep40 minutes
Cook25 minutes
Total1 hour 5 minutes
Calories203 kcal
Serves4
Served AsSnacks
Recipe TasteSavoury

Ingredients
 

For the Dough

For the Filling

For the Garlic Oil & Garnish

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Instructions
 

  • Soak the tapioca sago in ½ cup of water for at least 15-20 minutes. This hydrates the sago and makes it pliable for kneading.
  • In a wok or large pan, heat 3 tablespoons of oil over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped shallots, minced garlic, and minced cilantro roots to the pan. Sauté until the shallots are translucent and fragrant.
  • Add the chopped cabbage, carrot, and green beans to the pan. Stir-fry until the vegetables are slightly softened but still retain some crispness.
  • Season the vegetables with soy sauce and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
  • Remove the filling from the heat and set aside to cool completely.
  • Once the sago is soaked, knead it for 2-3 minutes until it forms a smooth, pliable dough.
  • Lightly oil your hands. Take a small portion of the dough and flatten it into a thin disc, about 2-3 inches in diameter.
  • Place about 1 teaspoon of the cooled vegetable filling in the center of the disc.
  • Carefully bring the edges of the dough together to enclose the filling, forming a ball. Pinch the edges to seal tightly.
  • Place the filled dumplings on a lightly oiled plate. Repeat the process with the remaining dough and filling.
  • Prepare a steamer by lightly oiling the steaming plate. This prevents the dumplings from sticking.
  • Steam the dumplings for 15 minutes, or until the sago becomes translucent and the filling is heated through.
  • While the dumplings are steaming, prepare the garlic oil. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a small pan. Add the crushed garlic and fry until golden brown and fragrant.
  • To serve, carefully remove the dumplings from the steamer. Brush each dumpling with garlic oil and garnish with fresh cilantro.
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Recipe Notes

Good To Know

  • Avoid using hot water to soak the tapioca pearls, as this can make the dough too sticky. Room temperature water is ideal.
  • For the perfect dough, maintain a 1:1 ratio of tapioca pearls to water.
  • If the dough is too dry, sprinkle with water and knead again. If it's too wet, add a small amount of soaked tapioca pearls and knead.
  • Thicker cilantro stems can be used as a substitute for cilantro roots.
  • Dip your hands in water before handling the dough to prevent sticking.
  • If the dumplings break during cooking, the tapioca wrapper is likely too thin.

Expert Tips

  • For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of salt or sugar to the tapioca dough.
  • Experiment with different fillings to customize your dumplings. Savory options include ground meat, vegetables, or shrimp. Sweet fillings like sweetened beans or fruit are also delicious.
  • To ensure even cooking, make sure the dumplings are roughly the same size.

Storage Instructions

  • These dumplings can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
  • Reheat in the microwave or steamer before serving.

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Recipe Nutrition

Calories: 203kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.1gSodium: 282mgPotassium: 260mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 5371IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 1mg

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Sasmita

Myself Sasmita, an ex-software engineer by profession and food blogger by passion. I am the creator, writer & photographer of ' http://firsttimercook.com/ '. In every recipe, I share my thoughts about food, give cooking as well as baking tips.

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