How many calories are in Dim sum?
Dim sum has about 500 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.
ChineseBreakfastMeatSeafoodVegetarian
Dim sum
Dim sum is a breakfast chinese recipe with 500 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.
Calories
500 kcal
Total Time
60 min
Servings
1
Protein
20 g
Ingredients
- A wide variety of ingredients are used depending on the specific dim sum dishes chosen.As needed
- Common ingredients include shrimp, pork, chicken, various vegetables, rice flour, and wheat flour.As needed
Instructions
- 1
Step 1
Dim sum is not a single dish, but a style of eating where small, bite-sized portions of food are served in steamer baskets or on small plates.
- 2
Step 2
A typical dim sum meal includes a variety of steamed buns, dumplings, rice noodle rolls, and fried dishes.
- 3
Step 3
Some popular dim sum items include har gow (shrimp dumplings), siu mai (pork and shrimp dumplings), char siu bao (BBQ pork buns), and cheung fun (rice noodle rolls).
- 4
Step 4
It is traditionally enjoyed in restaurants for breakfast and lunch.
Nutrition Snapshot
Macros and micros at a glance
Calories
500
Protein
20g
Carbs
40g
Fat
30g
Fiber
4g
Micronutrients
Iron
3 mg
Zinc
3 mg
Sodium
1200 mg
Calcium
120 mg
Folate
80 mcg
Magnesium
60 mg
Potassium
500 mg
Vitamin C
15 mg
Vitamin A
100 mcg
Vitamin B12
1 mcg
Diet and Allergen Guide
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
No
Gluten Free
No
Dairy Free
No
Allergens
FishGluten
Meal Prep and Storage
Make it easier to prep ahead
Dim sum can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for a short breakfast prep window. Reheat gently or serve cold depending on the recipe style.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dim sum
Is Dim sum suitable for vegetarians?
Yes. Dim sum is suitable for vegetarians as written.
Is Dim sum gluten-free?
Dim sum is not reliably gluten-free as written because it includes Common ingredients include shrimp, pork, chicken, various vegetables, rice flour, and wheat flour.. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.
Are there any allergen ingredients in Dim sum?
Yes. This recipe includes Fish and Gluten. Always review ingredient labels if you are cooking for an allergy-sensitive household.
Can I make Dim sum ahead of time?
Dim sum can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for a short breakfast prep window. Reheat gently or serve cold depending on the recipe style.
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