Dim Sum Bacon Roll

Dim Sum Bacon Roll is a delightful fusion dish that brings together the rich flavor of bacon and the beloved tradition of dim sum. Dim sum, a style of Chinese cuisine, is known for its small, bite-sized portions served in small steamer baskets or on small plates. These dishes originated from the Cantonese region and were traditionally enjoyed with tea, a custom known as "yum cha" or "tea tasting." This dish is perfect as a starter or to complement other dim sum varieties.

Ingredients

• Bacon - 12 slices
• Enoki mushrooms - 1 bundle
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, grated
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Honey - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - for garnish
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Toothpicks - to secure rolls

Preparation

1. Rinse the enoki mushrooms and trim the ends. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, ginger, garlic, honey, and sesame oil to make the sauce mixture.
3. Lay a slice of bacon flat on a clean surface.
4. Place a small bundle of enoki mushrooms at one end of the bacon slice and roll it tightly, securing it with a toothpick.

Cooking Process

Step 1: Marination

Brush each bacon roll with the sauce mixture generously and let them marinate for about 15 minutes. Use a cooking timer to keep track of the time.

Step 2: Steaming

1. Prepare a steamer and bring water to a boil.
2. Place the marinated rolls onto a steaming tray.
3. Steam the rolls for about 10 minutes using your cooking timer for precision.

Step 3: Finishing

If you prefer an extra touch of crispiness, lightly pan-fry the steamed rolls for about 2 minutes on each side in a non-stick pan.

Enjoying Your Dim Sum Bacon Rolls

Serve the Dim Sum Bacon Rolls warm, garnished with finely chopped green onions. Pair them with a cup of traditional Chinese tea, such as Oolong or Jasmine, to enhance the savory flavors of the rolls. Whether enjoyed as part of a dim sum spread or as an appetizing snack, these rolls make for an exquisite dining experience.