What Is This Dim Sum Called?

Dim sum can look confusing — round, steamed, yellow, translucent, wrapped, baked. If you’ve ever pointed at a basket and wondered, “What is this dim sum called?” — this guide helps you recognize dishes by appearance.

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Appearance varies by restaurant and region

How to Recognize Common Dim Sum

Yellow and open-top?

Likely Siu Mai — steamed, with visible filling on top.

Translucent wrapper with shrimp shape?

Often Har Gow — shrimp dumpling with pleated wrapper.

White, fluffy, bun-like?

Likely Char Siu Bao — steamed pork bun.

This Helps If You:

  • Can’t read the menu
  • Want to order confidently
  • Don’t know the English name
  • See dim sum and don’t know what it’s called

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