Dumplings, parcels and other delectable Chinese snacks in 25 authentic recipes Dim sum is a traditonal style of eating, where bite-sized tidbits are served for shared dining. This beautiful gift-sized book makes authentic Chinese dim sum accessible to the home cook. It opens with a practical introduction to the cuisine, with essential information on ingredients and equipment. More than 25 recipes follow, with a selection of dim sum dishes from all over China. There is something for every occasion, with vegetable, shellfish, poultry or meat offerings, such as Chive Dumplings, Quail?s Eggs Sesame Toast, Beef Cakes, or Pork and Cabbage Dumplings. Photographs show tricky stages of preparation, as well as the finished dish, so it is easy to see the results you are aiming to achieve, and there are easy-to-follow instructions and plenty of tips and variations throughout. Whether you want to try classic Yam Cake, steamed Jicama Dumplings, crispy Sesame-coated Chicken, world famous Roast Pork Dumplings or irresistible Deep-fried Wontons, this book will bring the tastes, textures and traditions of this classic Chinese style of dining to your own home. ,