Yuanhuan Ding Rice Dumplings and Vegetable Dumplings Introduction
The rice dumplings wrapped in banana leaves have a light and aromatic flavor, but when it comes to meat dumplings, using bamboo leaves is essential for better taste. Huang Dong-yuan pointed out that in southern Taiwan, bamboo leaves are typically used as the outer wrapping, and the quality of the bamboo leaves can significantly affect the aroma of the dumplings. This is also a crucial factor in determining whether the dumplings will turn out well or poorly. The traditional method in southern Taiwan involves boiling the raw glutinous rice, while the basic fillings for the dumplings include salted egg yolk, white meat, and mushrooms. After stir-frying the ingredients, they are wrapped with glutinous rice and then steamed. The key is to ensure that the rice is fully cooked with a slight chewiness, while the fillings should retain their original flavor and juiciness without being dry, which is why the dumplings from the Yuanshan Circle are so delicious.
