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Pan-Fried Shumai Dumplings (焼きシュウマイ) are made by wrapping a seasoned ground pork mixture in thin Shumai skins and cooking them in a pan until crisp and golden. While shumai is typically steamed, this pan-fried version uses a bit of oil, making it a heartier and more satisfying dish than the classic style. Pan-fried shumai is a delicious twist on the classic—crisp on the bottom, juicy inside, and perfect as a snack, appetizer, or part of a dim sum-style meal.


Shumai originated from Chinese-style dumplings,  but changed to match Japanese taste just like Gyoza.  Shumai are steamed pork fillings stuffed in Shumai wrappers. They are eaten alone or dipped in vinegar soy sauce with mustard.  In the US, you can find Chinese shumai at Dim Sum in Chinese restaurants for breakfast/lunch.  They can be wonderful in your lunch box and also as a tasty main dish for dinner.