The soup dumplings themselves are certainly delicious, in addition to boiling them, the easiest way to eat them is to steam them, only need to steam for about 10-15 minutes. Soup dumplings are a relatively easy to be steamed food, under normal circumstances only need to put the frozen dumplings on the steamer, steam for about 10-15 minutes. Steaming dumplings is recommended in cold water, which allows the dumplings to cook slowly with the water temperature, and if you use hot water in the pot, it will lead to pinched dumplings.
Soup dumplings are a traditional Chinese dessert and a necessary food for the Lantern Festival. It is an outer skin made of glutinous rice flour wrapped in a variety of different fillings, such as red bean paste, sesame seeds, peanuts and so on. The shape of soup dumplings is usually round, symbolizing reunion and happiness. The history of soup dumplings can be traced back to the Song Dynasty. Initially, small balls made of glutinous rice flour were thrown into boiling water and cooked to symbolize the full moon and family reunion. Over time, soup dumplings have evolved into an indispensable food for Chinese New Year and its important festivals. The round shape of the dumplings symbolizes wholeness and completeness, implying family harmony and a happy life.