Thai Steamed Wontons – Khanom Jeep (ขนมจีบ) | Easy & Flavorful Recipe

Thai steamed wontons – Khanom Jeep (ขนมจีบ) These delicate, steamed dumplings are filled with a flavourful pork and shrimp mixture, topped with crispy fried garlic, and served with a delicious soy dipping sauce. A must-try Thai street food! 🇹🇭

Serves: 2 (12 pieces, 35 g each)

Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Thai steamed wontons, known as Khanom Jeep (ขนมจีบ) in Thailand, are delicious bite-sized dumplings filled with a savoury pork and shrimp mixture, wrapped in delicate wonton wrappers, and steamed to perfection. They are often enjoyed for breakfast in Thailand and served with a flavourful soy dipping sauce. This recipe is simple, packed with authentic flavours, and perfect for sharing!

Ingredients:

Filling:

• 200 g ground pork

• 125 g shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped

• 1 egg white (optional)

• 10 g spring onions, chopped

• ½ teaspoon ground pepper

• ½ teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon cane sugar

• 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Wrappers:

• 12 wonton wrappers

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix all filling ingredients until well combined. Divide into 12 equal portions.

2. Place a portion of the filling in the center of a wonton wrapper. Spread the filling evenly within the wrapper (see images below).

3. Arrange the wontons on an oiled steamer basket and steam for 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and let them sit, covered, for another 5 minutes.

4. Serve warm with a sweet and sour soy sauce for an extra burst of flavour.

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