Saeu Mandu

Saeu Mandu are delicious Korean dumplings filled with fresh seafood and vegetables, offering a delightful umami flavor. These savory treats are perfect for a light meal or as an appetizer, showcasing the essence of Korean cuisine with a halal twist.

Ingredients

• Wonton wrappers - 20 pieces
• Shrimp, peeled and deveined - 150 grams
• Ground squid - 100 grams
• Cabbage, finely chopped - 50 grams
• Carrot, grated - 30 grams
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Ginger, grated - 1 teaspoon
• Green onion, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce (halal) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Cooking oil (for frying) - 2 tablespoons
• Water (for steaming) - 1/2 cup

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the shrimp, ground squid, chopped cabbage, grated carrot, minced garlic, grated ginger, and chopped green onion.
2. Add the soy sauce, sesame oil, black pepper, and salt to the seafood mixture, then mix thoroughly until well combined.
3. Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface and add about 1 tablespoon of the seafood filling in the center.
4. Wet the edges of the wrapper with a little water, fold it in half to form a triangle, and press the edges firmly to seal. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
5. Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add half of the dumplings and fry for about 2-3 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown.
6. Add 1/2 cup of water to the pan and cover immediately to steam the dumplings for about 5-7 minutes until the water evaporates and the dumplings are cooked through.
7. Remove the dumplings from the pan and repeat the frying and steaming process with the remaining dumplings.
8. Serve hot with dipping sauce made from soy sauce, vinegar, and a dash of sesame oil.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from seafood, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Contains vitamins and minerals from vegetables, promoting overall health.

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