Baker Creates Realistic Goldfish Dumplings With Innocent Eyes & Chubby Body

Dumplings are a must-have for Chinese New Year (CNY) reunion dinners. Though they are no doubt yummy, their appearances can look quite bland, to say the least.

Recently, a talented cook named Minmin Chang decided to spice things up by preparing goldfish dumplings that would make anyone have a double-take to confirm if raw fish is being served

Now, let’s take a look at how you can replicate this masterpiece.

Goldfish dumpling with prawn filling

Don’t be fooled by your first impressions. This bite-sized goldfish with innocent eyes, realistic scales, and a chubby body is a prawn dumpling in disguise.

Those who can ignore its cuteness and take a bite may instantly recognize the savoury and umami flavour of its pork and prawn filling.

How to create prawn paste

According to Minmin Chang’s recipe, the first step to recreating these goldfish dumplings is by preparing the prawn paste.

Devein the prawn by slicing it horizontally in half before swiping it lightly to get the black bits out.