Yup. Almost all the dumplings we had were steamed -- all those in dough; I think the only fried ones were the meatballs.
5 years ago
Another variety on the list of fat-fried pancakes AND another food with international implications: the dumpling/ravioli/tortelini/kreplach/shumai/pirogi/gyoza/wanton
Yes ... and more generally speaking, the tradition of having a meal composed of several bite-sized things, or of having them as starters: Dim sum -- mezze -- antipasti -- tapas -- banchan -- chat -- hors d'oeuvres / amuse-bouches -- fingerfood / appetizers ...