Leann's Shrimp And Cilantro Dumplings
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Course : Dumplings
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 40
 

Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      pound         shrimp -- raw
   2      ounces        cilantro -- chopped
     1/2  teaspoon      salt
   1      teaspoon      sugar
     1/4  teaspoon      white pepper
   1      teaspoon      sesame oil
   2      teaspoons     cornstarch
   1                    egg white
   1      pound         won-ton wrappers
                        soy sauce
 

Preparation:

Devein shrimp and chop fine. Combine shrimp, cilantro, salt, sugar, white pepper, sesame oil, cornstarch and egg white. Trim won ton skind to form circles. Place 1 teaspoon filling in center of circle. Brush egg white along edge. Fold over to form a half circle. OR Dampen the edge with water, fold, and they will seal. Cooking method: For potstickers: Heat large nonstick fry pan to high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil. Turn heat to medium low. Add 10 dumplings. Cook, turning 2-3 times, until both sides are light brown. Add 2 tablespoons water to pan. Cover and cook until water is fully absorbed. Repeat process until all dumplings are cooked. For dumplings: Drop into boiling water. Don't over crowd. When the water comes back to a boil turn down the heat and simmer for 4-5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon. Be advised that 2 ounces of cilantro ia alot! Make a test dumpling to adjust for your taste. Serve with soysauce for dipping. Strange as it may seem, even salsa is recommended for dippin