Lotus Leaf Wraps (Lo Mai Gai)

Steamed lotus leaves filled with sticky rice, Chinese sausages, chicken, pork, and vegetables, a popular dim sum classic.

Estimated Nutrition
Calories
272.8
kcal / serving
2182.4 kcal total
Carbs
24.4g
per serving
195.2 g total
Fat
13.2g
per serving
105.6 g total
Protein
14.1g
per serving
112.8 g total
Cook Time
40
minutes
Serves
8
people
Dietary
Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
1.5
tsp
CondimentsSauces
GrainsCereals
200
g
Glutinous Rice
soaked for one hour and drained
Liquids
2
tbsp
Chinese Rice Wine
alternatively dry sherry
Meat
200
g
Chicken Thighs
skinless, boneless, and cubed
100
g
Pork Loin
chopped into small pieces
2
piece
Chinese Sausages
chopped; alternatively sweet cured bacon
NutsSeeds
0.25
tsp
1
piece
Garlic
chopped
1
piece
Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
OilsFats
Other
4
piece
Lotus Leaves
cut in half
Vegetables
4
piece
Chinese Dried Black Mushrooms
stems removed and finely chopped

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