Transparent dim sum skins reveal vibrant reds and oranges of the strawberry-rhubarb filling atop a pale, aqua plate. A golden star anise honey drizzle adds glossy allure while fresh mint leaves and edible flowers provide pops of bright, fresh color. On the side, a tiny clear bowl shines with leftover drizzle, star anise floating on top.

Rhubarb-Strawberry Dim Sum with Star Anise Honey Drizzle

Category Brunch
Prep 35 minutes
Cook 15 minutes
Style Fusion
Technique Steaming
Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily Recipe: March 22, 2025

Experience a delightful fusion dish in which Eastern flavors meet seasonal Western produce. The key ingredient here is rhubarb, a springtime favorite, which brings a unique tartness, perfectly balanced by sweet strawberries and enhanced by Asian spices.

Ingredients (for 4)

Preparation

  1. Step 1 - 🍓🌡️🥘
    In a saucepan, cook chopped rhubarb, shredded strawberries, raw sugar, and rice vinegar over medium heat until the fruits break down and the mixture thickens.
  2. Step 2 - 🥣❄️⌛
    Transfer the cooked fruit mixture to a bowl and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  3. Step 3 - 🍯🌟🔥
    Meanwhile, combine honey and star anise in a small saucepan. Heat until it simmers and then set it aside to cool down.
  4. Step 4 - 🥟🥄❄️
    Once the rhubarb-strawberry mix has completely cooled, spoon it into the center of the dim sum wrappers. Then fold the wrappers according to the instructions on the package or in your favorite style.
  5. Step 5 - 🥟💨🕰️
    Heat olive oil in a dim sum steamer or bamboo steamer over boiling water. Place the filled dim sum wrappers into the steamer and let it cook for 12-15 minutes.
  6. Step 6 - 🥟🍯🌸
    Arrange the cooked dim sum on a plate, drizzle the star anise honey over them, and garnish with mint or any edible flowers for added color. Serve the dim sum with some additional honey drizzle on the side.

Additional

For a fun family brunch activity, get your kids involved in folding the dim sums. You can also tweak the fruit filling as per the season – think apples in fall or peach in summer. For those who prefer a savory kick, a hint of ginger or a sprinkle of chilli flakes in the filling could do the trick.