To make the Siomai skin softer, you can try the following methods:
1. Choose the right flour: The choice of flour for the Siomai skin is very important. You can use low-gluten flour, which is softer, and the resulting siomai skin will also be softer.
2. Add appropriate amount of oil: When making siomai skin, you can add appropriate amount of oil, such as lard or corn oil. This can make the siomai skin softer.
3. Pay attention to kneading and rolling out the dough: During the process of kneading and rolling out the dough, the dough should be fully relaxed to prevent the rolled out siomai skin from becoming hard.
4. Use appropriate moisture: When making siomai skin, adding an appropriate amount of moisture can make the siomai skin softer. You can add an appropriate amount of water to the dough and gradually adjust it as needed.
The following are the steps for making siomai:
1. Prepare ingredients: The ingredients for siomai skin include low-gluten flour, water, lard or corn oil, and seasonings such as salt. Fillings can be chosen according to personal taste, such as pork, shrimp, mushrooms, etc.
2. Make siomai skin: Mix low-gluten flour, water, lard or corn oil and salt together and knead into a smooth dough. Divide the dough into appropriate-sized portions, then use a rolling pin to roll it into thin siomai skin.
3. Wrap the siomai: Place the filling in the center of the siomai wrapper, then use your hands to shape the siomai wrapper into a lace shape to seal the filling.
4. Steam the siomai: put an appropriate amount of water in the steamer, then place the siomai on the steamer and steam for 10-15 minutes.
5. Completion: Take out the steamed siomai and eat it with vinegar, light soy sauce and other seasonings.
I hope these methods can help you make softer and more delicious siomai!