*Leek-stuffed dumplings, there is a knack for adjusting the filling**
Leek-stuffed dumplings are a traditional delicacy loved by many families. There are a lot of tricks to how to make leek stuffing delicious. Next, we will reveal the secret of mixing leek filling from four aspects: material selection, processing, pairing and cooking.
1. Material selection: Fresh leeks are the key.
The selection of leeks is crucial to the impact on the taste of the dumplings. Fresh leeks have bright green leaves, crisp texture, and rich fragrance. When purchasing, you should choose leeks with intact leaves, no yellow spots, and no rotten leaves. If the leaves have yellow spots, the taste will become bitter; Rotten leaves, on the other hand, will affect the overall quality of the dumplings. In addition, it is advisable to choose fresh leeks picked on the same day, such as leeks are the freshest and tastiest.
The fresh leek roots are neatly organized, and there are no new young roots, and the young roots are thinner than the original roots.
2. Processing: cutting and seasoning.
1.Cut: Leeks should not be over-chopped, otherwise they will lose their taste. Generally speaking, it is enough to cut it into lengths of about 1 cm. At the same time, in order to maintain the bright green color of leeks, they should be used as soon as possible after cutting to avoid prolonged exposure to the air.
2.Seasoning: The spicy taste of leeks, some people don't like it, you can beat a raw egg when seasoning, which can reduce the spicy taste.
3. Matching: Meat and vegetables are alternate, and the nutrition is balanced.
Leek-stuffed dumplings can be served with a variety of ingredients, such as pork, eggs, shrimp, etc. These ingredients not only provide rich nutrients to the leeks, but also add layers of flavor. For example, the fresh aroma of pork complements the delicate aroma of leeks; Eggs add a delicate texture to the filling; Shrimp enhances the quality of the dish with its unique umami flavor. You can choose the ingredients to go with according to your personal taste.
4. Cooking: heat and time.
1.Heat: When cooking dumplings, heat is key. After boiling water over high heat, add the dumplings and gently push with a spatula to prevent sticking. When all the dumplings are floating, turn to medium-low heat and continue to cook for 3-5 minutes. Remember not to boil for a long time to avoid damage to the dumplings.
2.Time: Cooked dumplings should be removed in time to avoid overcooking. At the same time, the time to cook the dumplings should also be adjusted according to the size and thickness of the dumplings. Make sure the dumplings are thin and tender, and have the best taste.
Through the above four preparation skills, I believe you will be able to concoct delicious leek stuffed dumplings. Why not try it at home and enjoy the delicious taste of your own handmade?
Filling method of leek pork and shrimp dumpling filling:
Put minced green onions and ginger into the pork filling, stir well, then put in shrimp, scrambled egg pieces, add soy sauce, stir well, add cut leeks, pour in sesame oil, stir well, don't like to eat too spicy, you can beat a raw egg, stir well, add salt before wrapping, you can avoid soup, you can also add some homemade mushroom powder. In this way, not only can the flavor of the dumplings be increased, but also the soup can be reduced.
Filling method of leek shrimp skin egg dumpling filling:
Add chopped green onion and ginger, scrambled eggs, shrimp skin, chopped fritters, and chopped leeks, add sesame oil, salt, and stir well. This stuffing can be used to make dumplings or vegetarian boxes, and the taste is very delicious.