Nori Siomai

Cuisine: Japanese

Cook Time: N/A

Serves: 1


Quick Bites

Fun Fact
  1. Siomai isn't just food—it's a love language spoken through delicate wrappers and flavorful fillings. 
  2. With each bite of the dumplings, Nori adds a hint of salty sea breeze—a reminder of its essential role in Japanese cuisine and sushi's global popularity.
Historical Fact
  1. Legend has it that Siomai was created by imperial Chinese chefs who sought to please the royal palate with a dumpling that symbolized harmony and perfection. Each Siomai, meticulously crafted with tender meat and aromatic seasonings, became a culinary masterpiece fit for the imperial court. 
  2. On the other hand, Japanese samurai cherished Nori for its nutritional potency, believing it bestowed strength and vitality before battle, and, thus, armed themselves not just with swords, but also with packets of Nori.
Nutrition Fact
  1. Sail away with Nori on a voyage of vitamins! It's packed with vitamin C to boost your immune system, helping you ward off colds and flu like a true superhero shield. 
  2. Siomai isn't just about protein and vitamins—it's a fibre fiesta! With ingredients like vegetables and sometimes even bamboo shoots, Siomai packs a punch of dietary fibre.