Recipes for Frozen Dim Sum

Safe ways to use frozen dim sum past its expiration date

Steamed Dim Sum Soup

Steamed Dim Sum Soup

A comforting soup made with expired but safe to consume frozen dim sum. The dim sum is steamed to ensure proper heating and food safety.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
20 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 10 pieces of expired frozen dim sum (any variety)
  • 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 cup baby bok choy, chopped
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Thaw the frozen dim sum according to the package instructions.
  2. In a large pot, bring the broth to a boil.
  3. Add the mushrooms, baby bok choy, and green onions to the pot.
  4. Carefully place the thawed dim sum in a steamer basket and steam for 10 minutes to ensure proper heating.
  5. Once the dim sum is steamed, add it to the pot of boiling broth and vegetables.
  6. Stir in the soy sauce and sesame oil.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Simmer the soup for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  9. Serve hot and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Crispy Baked Dim Sum

Crispy Baked Dim Sum

A delicious and crispy dish made with slightly expired but safe to consume frozen dim sum. The dim sum is baked to perfection, resulting in a crispy texture and enhanced flavors.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
25 minutes
Servings:
2

Ingredients

  • 1 package of frozen dim sum
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Arrange the frozen dim sum on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the vegetable oil, sesame oil, soy sauce, honey, and cornstarch to make the glaze.
  4. Brush the glaze generously over the dim sum, making sure to coat all sides.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the dim sum is golden brown and crispy.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium
Pan-Fried Dim Sum Stir-Fry

Pan-Fried Dim Sum Stir-Fry

A quick and flavorful stir-fry made with expired but safe to consume frozen dim sum. Pan-frying ensures proper heating and adds a crispy texture to the dim sum.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
10 minutes
Servings:
3

Ingredients

  • 12 pieces of expired frozen dim sum (any variety)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 carrot, julienned
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Thaw the frozen dim sum according to the package instructions.
  2. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the bell pepper, carrot, and snap peas to the skillet and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
  4. Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the minced garlic to the empty space.
  5. Add the thawed dim sum to the skillet in a single layer and pan-fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until crispy and heated through.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  7. Pour the sauce over the cooked dim sum and vegetables in the skillet.
  8. Stir-fry everything together for another minute to coat the dim sum and vegetables with the sauce.
  9. Remove from heat and serve hot.
  10. Enjoy with steamed rice or noodles!
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium

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