10-Min Shrimp Cheung Fun with Rice Paper
This 10-Minute Shrimp Cheung Fun uses rice paper for a quick shortcut to the dim sum favorite. Soft, silky rice paper wraps around juicy shrimp and is served with a savory soy-oyster sauce.
Ingredients
For the shrimp
- 12 large shrimp, deveined
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of white pepper
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
For the rice paper
- 8 sheets rice paper
- 3 cups water
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
For the sauce
- 4 tablespoons hot water
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- To marinate the shrimp: In a bowl, combine the shrimp, salt, white pepper, and sesame oil. Mix well until evenly coated.
- To assemble the Cheung Fun: Dip 2 sheets of rice paper into the water, then lay them overlapping on a clean work surface. Place 3 shrimp in the center and roll tightly. Brush a thin layer of cooking oil over the surface. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- To make the sauce: In a bowl, combine the hot water, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Mix well.
- To steam the Cheung Fun: Bring the water in a large steamer to a boil over high heat. Place the Cheung Fun rolls inside, cover, and steam for about 3 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink, opaque, and fully cooked.
- To sauce and serve: Carefully remove the Cheung Fun from the steamer. Spoon the sauce over the top and serve immediately.
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Notes
- Double the rice paper: Using two overlapping sheets gives the rolls more structure and helps prevent tearing.
- Don't over-soak: Dip the rice paper briefly. It will continue to soften as you assemble and steam the rolls.
- Brush with oil: A thin layer of cooking oil helps prevent sticking and gives the Cheung Fun a smooth, glossy finish.
- Don't overcrowd: Leave a little space between the rolls while steaming so they don't stick together.
- Watch the steaming time: Oversteaming can make the rice paper too soft and gummy.
- Serve immediately: Rice paper Cheung Fun has the best soft and silky texture while it's fresh and warm.