10 Steamed Foods in Around the World

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Chinese Steamed Buns (Baozi)

Soft and fluffy buns filled with savory or sweet fillings like pork, vegetables, or red bean paste, popular in Chinese cuisine.

Indian Steamed Lentil Cakes (Dhokla)

Fermented lentil and rice cakes seasoned with spices like mustard seeds and curry leaves, a staple snack in Gujarati cuisine.

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Japanese Steamed Dumplings (Gyoza)

Thin dumpling wrappers filled with a mixture of ground meat, cabbage, and garlic

Thai Steamed Fish Curry (Hor Mok)

A creamy and aromatic curry made with fish, coconut milk, red curry paste, and Thai herbs,

Korean Steamed Eggs (Gyeran-jjim)

Silky and custardy eggs seasoned with soy sauce, sesame oil, and green onions,

Italian Steamed Clams (Vongole)

Fresh clams cooked with garlic, white wine, and herbs, then steamed until they open

Mexican Steamed Tamale

Corn masa dough filled with savory or sweet fillings like shredded chicken, pork, cheese, or fruit.

Vietnamese Steamed Rice Rolls (Banh Cuon)

Thin rice flour crepes filled with ground pork, mushrooms, and shallots, then steamed until cooked

Greek Steamed Mussels (Midia)

Fresh mussels cooked with garlic, tomatoes, white wine, and herbs, then steamed until they open

Brazilian Steamed Fish with Coconut Milk (Moqueca)

A rich and flavorful stew made with fish, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and coconut milk, seasoned with lime juice and cilantro