Banh bot loc
The transparent banh bot loc, simple yet very sophisticated, is a very famous rustic Vietnamese snack that is loved by many people.
CNN introduces banh bot loc as a Vietnamese shrimp and pork cake with a shell made from tapioca starch. When cooked, the dough becomes transparent, soft and chewy. There are two ways to prepare this dish including wrapping in banana leaves and steaming and boiling.
Banh bot loc is the only Vietnamese dish listed in "The world's tastiest dumplings"
The typical flavor of banh bot loc is light, sweet, cool and not boring to eat. The delicious fresh shrimp and meat filling along with the standard dipping sauce will help the dish reach a special level, leaving a unique impression in the hearts of many visitors when enjoying it.
Vietnamese rustic cake makes many diners nostalgic
Xiaolongbao (Xiaolongbao)
Xiaolongbao looks different from other Chinese dumplings, because the skin is gathered and sandwiched on top instead of being folded in half. Additionally, the dumplings are filled with delicious broth.
Xiaolongbao tops CNN's list
Steamed in bamboo baskets, xiaolongbao look different from other Chinese dumplings in the way they are shaped. They are also known as soup dumplings, because inside the thin and chewy skin is a hot meat broth.
The special feature of this dumpling is that the dumpling filling is wrapped in frozen meat jelly. When steamed, the jelly will liquefy and fill the dumpling filling. The secret to this dish is the small pieces of meat jelly stuffed into the dumpling filling before steaming.
The process of making a Xiao Long Bao is not too complicated, but requires meticulousness and thoughtfulness.
Another story tells that Emperor Qianlong (1711-1799) tasted xiao long bao in Wuxi, Jiangsu province while on a tour there. Qianlong praised the special xiao long bao and suggested that the character “long” (cage) should be changed to “long” (dragon) to honor the dish.
Ravioli
Italy is the global home of filled pasta and ravioli is one of its most famous dishes, so much so that it is exported around the world.
Simply put, ravioli is like a meat pie, with the crust made from flour, eggs, milk, rolled into 2 thin layers, wrapped around the filling and folded to stick. This dish can be served with most of the familiar pasta sauces such as: tomato sauce, cream sauce, cheese sauce...
Ravioli - The "perfect" Italian pasta dish with irresistible deliciousness
The simplest and most popular way to prepare ravioli is to boil it and serve it with aromatic pasta sauces, add a little shredded cheese, and sprinkle some fresh green basil leaves… just that alone is already delicious and irresistibly attractive.
Ravioli is used as a snack or appetizer, both strange and equally attractive.
Sichuan Wontons
A Chinese dish of wontons, cooked in spicy chili oil flavored with Sichuan peppercorns and black vinegar sauce. The combination of fragrant meat, smooth wontons and tongue-numbing spicy sauce will create a unique sensation that diners will ever experience.
The spicy taste and bold color make anyone who enjoys this dish "miss" it.
Daifuku
Daifuku, also known as daifukumochi, is a traditional Japanese confectionery. Its distinctive feature is its soft, spongy skin made from rice flour, the main ingredient used to make mochi.
The cake means "a cake of great fortune, a cake of luck and happiness"
Unlike regular mochi, daifuku's filling is usually pureed red bean paste, creating a unique and familiar flavor. In addition, in modern times, daifuku has many different variations with fillings such as taro, strawberry, coffee or matcha to create diversity and richness for the enjoyer.
Daifuku cake fillings are very rich, can be red beans or fruits such as strawberries, tangerines, melons
Mantle
Manti is a dish originating from Central Asia, commonly eaten in places like Turkey or Northwest China, Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan. The dumpling-shaped dish is filled with lamb or beef, cooked by steaming or frying.
Manti, a special Turkish dumpling
The special thing about Manti is that it is served with yogurt or butter, creating a very unique flavor. This combination creates a very unique flavor that can only be found in Türkiye. Another delicious and unique variation of Manti is to stuff it with meat and grilled eggplant.
Siomay
Siomay is a traditional fish dumpling dish served with steamed potatoes, cabbage, eggs, bitter melon and hot bean sauce.
Irresistible Indonesian specialties
Steamed fish dumplings served with vegetables and peanut sauce. Siomay is the Indonesian street food equivalent of siu mai, traditionally found in Cantonese dim sum restaurants.
Shrimp wonton
Hong Kong-style shrimp wontons are thick-skinned dumplings filled with minced shrimp and pork. They are often served with egg noodles or alone in a seafood broth.
Taiwanese specialties
A bite-sized dumpling allows you to fully enjoy the perfect combination of ingredients. It is neither too dry nor too watery, making it a perfect appetizer to add to your meal.
Pierogi
Originating from Central and Eastern Europe, pierogi are often considered a Polish dish.
Before eating, they will be pan-fried to enhance flavor and color.
These dumplings can be stuffed with potatoes, minced meat, cheese, fruit or sauerkraut. They are also often boiled and then pan-fried in butter with onions.
Modak
Modak is a sweet from Maharashtra, which is traditionally offered by locals to Lord Ganesha during Ganesh Chathurthi, an important Hindu festival in India, celebrated in August or September every year.
Traditional sweets loved by the Hindu god Ganesh
Teardrop-shaped dumplings are kneaded from rice flour, coconut filling and palm sugar – a pure, unrefined cane sugar.
Dushbara
Dushbara is a dish filled with lamb or beef and served in a rich broth. It is a delicate and time-consuming dish to prepare. Minced lamb is mixed with traditional herbs and spices, the dough is kneaded well and a small amount of salt is added.
Dushbara is a dumpling-like dish served in a rich broth.
Kartoffelknoedel
Kartoffelknoedel are potato dumplings that you can find all over the streets of Germany. They can be boiled, steamed, stuffed with sweet or savory fillings like sauerkraut and bacon or left plain for vegetarians.
Kartoffelknoedel is a potato dumpling that you can find on the streets of Germany.
Coxinha
This is a famous Brazilian street food. As the name suggests, coxinhas are teardrop-shaped pastries made with chicken and a mixture of spices, served with tomato or sweet chili sauce.
The cake is often called by the beautiful name “Tear of Heaven”.
The outer layer of the cake is crispy, the inside is soft with chicken filling. Enjoying the exciting football matches while enjoying this unique delicious cake is extremely interesting.
Khinkali
This is a traditional dish of Georgia, a country located at the crossroads of Western Asia and Eastern Europe. Khinkali has a similar skin and appearance to xiao long bao. However, the filling of khinkali is different as it is stuffed with spiced beef and pork. An indispensable ingredient in the filling of khinkali is coarsely ground black pepper.
Khinkali – Georgian specialty
