Shumai
What is Shumai?
Siu mai, also known as shumai, is another popular Cantonese dumpling that is believed to have originated in Southern China. Like har gow, they are a staple in type of Chinese dumplings in dim sum restaurants and are often served in the bamboo baskets in which they were steamed.
What is Ha gow?
Its name, “har gao,” translates to “shrimp dumpling” in Cantonese. The origins of Har Gao can be traced back to the Guangzhou (Canton) region of China, where dim sum culture flourished. Dim sum, which means “touch the heart” in Cantonese, refers to a variety of small, bite-sized dishes often served with tea.
What is Cheung Fun?
A Cantonese form of steamed rice noodle roll .
Char siu bao is a Cantonese barbecue pork-filled bun. They are typically sold in Chinese bakeries. Likewise, they are similar to a type of dim sum. Char siu refers to the pork in the filling. Bao means bun.