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11 Classic Dim Sum Dishes You MUST Try!
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11 Classic Dim Sum Dishes You MUST Try!

Introduction to Dim Sum in Guangzhou, China

In this section, Trevor James introduces himself and sets the scene at a famous dim sum restaurant in Guangzhou, China. He expresses his excitement to try various dim sum dishes.

Dim Sum Feast

  • Trevor James is at a popular dim sum restaurant in Guangzhou, China.
  • The restaurant is filled with local people enjoying their meals.
  • Trevor James plans to order and try a variety of dim sum dishes.

Introduction to Dim Sum

Trevor James explains the popularity of dim sum worldwide and his desire to experience authentic dim sum in its place of origin, Guangzhou.

The Influence of Dim Sum

  • Dim sum is highly regarded globally and has influenced cuisines around the world.
  • Trevor James emphasizes the importance of experiencing authentic dim sum in its birthplace, Guangzhou.

Description of the Dim Sum Feast

Trevor James provides an overview of the upcoming dim sum feast he will be enjoying.

A Delicious Dim Sum Feast

  • Trevor James describes the upcoming meal as a "dim sum feast."

Starting with Lotus Leaf Rice

Trevor James begins introducing and tasting each dish from his dim sum feast. He starts with lotus leaf rice.

Dish 11 - Lotus Leaf Rice

  • Lotus leaf rice is filled with egg yolk, dried scallop, mushroom, chestnut, and chicken.
  • Trevor James tries lotus leaf rice and describes it as earthy and flavorful. The sticky rice has a gooey texture with a hint of sweetness.

Trying Chicken Feet

Trevor James moves on to the next dish, chicken feet, and shares his experience of trying it.

Dish 10 - Chicken Feet (Fengzhua)

  • Chicken feet are deep-fried, boiled, marinated in a black bean sauce, and then steamed.
  • Trevor James tries chicken feet and describes them as having minimal meat with cartilage and small bones. There is a little bit of sweet meat on the outside.

Chinese Radish Cake

Trevor James introduces Chinese radish cake and its popularity among locals.

Dish 9 - Chinese Radish Cake

  • Chinese radish cake is made with shredded turnip, rice flour, and often ordered by locals.
  • Trevor James tries Chinese radish cake and compares its taste to Chinese carrot. It has a slightly sweet flavor.

Beef Balls with Cilantro and Water Chestnut

Trevor James introduces beef balls stuffed with cilantro and water chestnut.

Dish 8 - Beef Balls

  • Beef balls are filled with cilantro and water chestnut.
  • Trevor James tries beef balls and expresses his amazement at their taste.

Beef Stew with Rice Noodle Rolls

Trevor James introduces beef stew packed with radish and chee cheong fen rice noodle rolls.

Dish 7 - Beef Stew with Rice Noodle Rolls

  • Beef stew is served with radish and chee cheong fen rice noodle rolls.
  • Trevor James tries the dish and describes it as a combination of beef stew flavors mixed with rice noodle rolls. He finds it delightful.

Pepper Beef Short Ribs

Trevor James introduces pepper beef short ribs.

Dish 6 - Pepper Beef Short Ribs

  • Pepper beef short ribs have a strong peppery taste, similar to pepper steak.
  • Trevor James enjoys the peppery flavor of the dish.

Classic Southern Chinese Egg Tart

Trevor James introduces the classic southern Chinese egg tart.

Dish 5 - Classic Southern Chinese Egg Tart

  • The egg tart has a flaky outer crust and a middle filled with egg custard.
  • Trevor James describes the egg tart as delicate and sweet.

Plump Chaozhou Dumplings

Trevor James introduces plump Chaozhou dumplings.

Dish 4 - Plump Chaozhou Dumplings

  • Chaozhou dumplings are usually stuffed with peanuts, garlic chives, ground pork, dried shrimp, dried radish, and shiitake mushrooms. They are wrapped with a tapioca starch wrapper.
  • Trevor James tries the dumplings and comments on their sticky texture and unique taste.

Char Siu Bao (Barbecue Pork Bun)

Trevor James introduces Char Siu Bao (barbecue pork bun).

Dish 3 - Char Siu Bao (Barbecue Pork Bun)

  • Char Siu Bao is a sweet barbecue pork bun with a soft baozi bun.
  • Trevor James describes it as heavenly, with flavors of sweet barbecued pork and a gooey texture.

World Famous Siu Mai

Trevor James introduces Siu Mai, which is known for its overflowing shrimp and pork filling.

Dish 2 - Siu Mai (Shrimp and Pork Dumplings)

  • Siu Mai is a dumpling filled with springy shrimp and fatty pork, wrapped in a lye water dough and garnished with crab roe.
  • Trevor James tries Siu Mai and expresses his amazement at the juicy filling.

Har Gao Shrimp Fatty Pork Dumplings

Trevor James introduces Har Gao, which is similar to Shao Mai but wrapped with a silky smooth wheat and tapioca wrapper.

Dish 1 - Har Gao (Shrimp Fatty Pork Dumplings)

  • Har Gao is similar to Shao Mai but has a silky smooth wheat and tapioca wrapper.
  • Trevor James describes the dumplings as melting in your mouth.

Conclusion

Trevor James concludes his video by thanking viewers for watching. He encourages them to leave comments and expresses his excitement to continue enjoying the remaining dim sum dishes.

Video description

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