Dim Sum 101: Guide to all things Chinese Dim Sum in Henderson
2024.7.13
by Angie Lei
Chinese Cuisine
Dim Sum, sometimes called Yum Cha, is a popular staple of Cantonese cuisine. Originating in Guangdong, China, Dim Sum is an experience rather than a single dish, often with families and friends gathering around to share a meal together. Dim Sum is a unique tapas-style experience where the food comes to you on multiple trolleys. Each trolly has a variety of foods to choose from. Rather than the pan or pot, most Dim Sum dishes are steamed.
There are usually three types of trolleys: hot steamed dishes, baked goods, and specialty trolleys. Below are some more details and examples of each category.
Hot steamed dishes usually come in a metal or bamboo steamer. Some popular dishes in this category are Ha Gow (蝦餃), Shumai (燒賣), and Cheung fun (肠粉).
Baked goods can either be baked or steamed. Some popular dishes are Egg Tarts (蛋撻), Cha Siu Bao (叉烧包), and Liu Sha Bao (流沙包).
Specialty trolleys are trolleys which only serve one dish. Some popular dishes in this category are Cantonese congee, or Zhou (粥), and Sweet Tofu Pudding or Dou Hua (豆花).
How to order:
When the waiter seats you they will usually give you a stamp sheet. When the trolleys come up to you they will tell you what dishes are in their trolly. Remember each trolley will have different items even if they are of the same category. After you order, the server will stamp your sheet, this is how they keep track of your orders. A general rule of thumb is if a server comes around with a tray of food, it is fresh out of the kitchen! Not all restaurants will have trolleys, however, they are more authentic.
There are many Dim Sum restaurants in the Henderson area. Hope you visit a Chinese Dim Sum restaurant soon!
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