If you’re a fan of dim sum, you’ve probably tried soup dumplings or Xiao Long Bao. These dumplings, contrary to the name, aren’t dumplings in soup. Rather they are dumplings FILLED with soup! There is a special way to eat them, to prevent you from scalding yourself from the piping hot soup within the dumpling. In fact, there are several youtube videos illustrating proper technique.  This particular one is my favorite.

I was lucky enough to eat at a Din Tai Fung, a Taiwanese chain known for their Xiao Long Bao. The next time i’m in Singapore, i’ll definitely be heading there again!

How dinner spread

Noodles and dumplings in broth

Delicious greens sautéed in garlic

Xiao Long Bao

And finally, the ginger, vinegar, soy sauce used for dipping Xiao Long Bao.