1 package wonton wrappers
1 lb peeled and deveined medium shrimp, washed and dried
2 tablespoons finely minced carrot
2 tablespoons finely minced green onion
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
For sauce :
1 cup soy sauce
1 ounce white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon chili paste
1 ounce sugar
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
sesame oil, to taste
1 cup water
1 tablespoon cilantro leaves
Take 1/2 lb of shrimp and mince fine in a food processor. Take the other 1/2 lb and dice small. Combine remaining ingredients ( except sauce ingredients).
With a small spoon, place about 1/2 ounces of mixture into wonton wrapper.
Moisten outside edge. Fold corner to corner (opposite and seal). Top should look like cross.
Place on a plate covered in refrigerator until ready to serve.
Combine sauce ingredients and mix very well. Prepare garnishes.
Fill soup pot with water. Bring water to a boil, then down to slight boil.
Line bottom of Chinese steamer with light coat of vegetable oil or nonstick spray.
Place dumplings in steamer. Cover and steam 7-10 minutes.
Dumplings should be firm with internal temperature of 160°F. Serve in steamer or on plate.
Place enough sauce in a small bowl for dipping.