Dumpling Heaven: Dim Sum at Nom Wah Tea Parlor

Shrimp and chive dumplings

Nom Wah Tea Parlor is one of those little gems in New York City that most people dont know about but they're always busy with locals and regulars.  They are an institution in China Town and have been around since 1920 which means that they're doing something right!  We try to go there about once a month for our dumpling cravings and always leave stuffed and happy.

Below are our absolute favorites which we've narrowed down over the years.

Shrimp and Snow Pea Leaf Dumpling

shrimp shumai

crystal shrimp dumplings

Shrimp rice roll

pork shumai

shrimp and chive dumpling

fried pork dumplings

fried shrimp balls

shrimp and bacon rolls

Baked Shrimp Scampi with Cocktail Sauce

inspiration: We pay a little homage to the delicious yet retro Shrimp Cocktail with these.  The flavor is reminiscent of the Italian classic Shrimp Scampi with the addition of cocktail sauce for that traditional pairing.  The result is a sweet shrimp morsel with the flavor turned way up!

ingredients:

• 1 lb. jumbo shrimp, cleaned and de-veined
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp. fresh thyme
• 1 tsp. lemon zest
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• salt and pepper, to taste
• cocktail sauce (home-made or store bought)

method: Preheat oven to 425.  Combine shrimp, garlic, thyme, zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl and toss to combine.  Lay shrimp out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the shrimp are just turned pink and look opaque.  Plate and serve with your favorite cocktail sauce.

Serves 4-6 people as an appetizer