Dim sum is one of life’s great pleasures — delicate dumplings, savoury bites, and steaming baskets shared with people you love. The good news? You don’t need to go to a restaurant or spend hours in the kitchen. With oceantaste.ca's premium frozen dim sum, you can recreate the experience at home in minutes.
Here are 5 easy recipes to get you started.
What You Need
- A bamboo steamer or metal steamer basket
- A wok or large pot with a lid
- Parchment paper or cabbage leaves to line the steamer
- Your favourite dipping sauces — soy sauce, chili oil, sesame paste
1. Classic Steamed Hargow (Shrimp Dumplings) — 12 min
Our Shrimp Dumpling (Hargow) LP 400G is the gold standard of dim sum. Translucent wrappers, plump shrimp filling — a true classic.
How to cook: Line steamer with parchment. Place frozen hargow in a single layer. Steam over boiling water for 10–12 min. Serve immediately with soy sauce and a touch of chili oil.
Pro tip: Don’t overcrowd the steamer — leave space between each dumpling so they don’t stick together.
2. Steamed Shrimp Shaomai — 12 min
Our Shrimp Shaomai LP 400G are open-topped dumplings packed with juicy shrimp filling — a dim sum trolley staple.
How to cook: Steam from frozen for 10–12 min. Top with a small dab of chili sauce or a single roe for a restaurant-style presentation.
Serving idea: Arrange on a plate with a drizzle of oyster sauce and sesame oil for an elegant finish.
3. Fish Shaomai — 12 min
Our Fish Shaomai Dumpling VP 500G offers a lighter, delicate alternative to shrimp shaomai — perfect for those who prefer a milder flavour.
How to cook: Steam from frozen for 10–12 min. Serve with light soy sauce and a squeeze of lemon.
4. Dim Sum Platter Night — 15 min
Our Dim Sum Mix LP 400G is the ultimate shortcut — a curated mix of dim sum varieties in one pack. Perfect for a quick weeknight treat or when you want variety without the fuss.
How to cook: Steam all pieces from frozen for 12–15 min. Arrange on a large plate and serve with multiple dipping sauces. Instant dim sum spread!
5. Pan-Fried Potsticker Style Fish Dumplings — 10 min
Take our Fish Dumpling (Cuttlefish) LP 150G to the next level with a crispy pan-fried bottom.
How to cook: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high. Place frozen dumplings flat-side down. Cook 2 min until golden. Add 3 tbsp water, cover immediately, and steam for 6–7 min until water evaporates. Uncover and cook 1 more min for extra crispiness. Serve with black vinegar and ginger.
Tips for Perfect Dim Sum at Home
- Always steam from frozen — thawing makes wrappers sticky and prone to tearing
- Use parchment paper or cabbage leaves to prevent sticking
- Keep the lid on during steaming — don’t peek or you’ll lose steam
- Serve immediately — dim sum is best eaten hot right out of the steamer
Bring the Dim Sum Cart Home
With oceantaste.ca's full dim sum range, you can host your own dim sum brunch or weeknight treat any time. Shop our dim sum collection at oceantaste.ca and make every meal a celebration.
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