Pork and Shrimp Crescent Dumplings

1. Prepare the Filling

Combine the ground pork, diced shrimp, finely sliced scallions, bamboo shoots, and water chestnuts in a large bowl. Add the oyster sauce, sesame oil, tapioca starch, sugar, salt, and a pinch of white pepper. Stir the mixture in one direction using a wooden spoon or chopsticks until the filling is smooth and cohesive.

2. Prepare the Dough

If you are using homemade dough, roll it out and cut it into rounds. Alternatively, you can use commercial wonton or dumpling wrappers for convenience. Keep the wrappers covered with a damp cloth to prevent them from drying out.

3. Fill the Dumplings

Place a small spoonful of the filling onto the center of each wrapper. Brush the edges with the beaten egg, then fold the wrapper over to form a crescent shape. Press the edges firmly to seal, ensuring there are no air pockets.

4. Cook the Dumplings

Bring 2 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot, adding the salt and peanut oil. Carefully drop the dumplings into the boiling water. Cook them for about 5 minutes, or until the skins become translucent and the filling is visible through the wrapper.

5. Serve the Dumplings

Once cooked, remove the dumplings with a Chinese strainer or slotted spoon, and serve them hot.