24 Must-Try Types of Dim Sum in Hong Kong

If you’re visiting Hong Kong, sampling the local dim sum is a must. With an incredible variety to choose from, here are 30 types of dim sum you should definitely try:

1. Har Gow (Shrimp Dumplings) - These translucent dumplings are filled with succulent shrimp and are a staple of any dim sum meal.

2. Siu Mai (Pork and Shrimp Dumplings) - These open-topped dumplings are filled with a mixture of pork and shrimp, offering a delightful contrast of flavors and textures.

3. Char Siu Bao (BBQ Pork Bun) - Soft and fluffy steamed buns filled with sweet and savory BBQ pork make for a satisfying treat.

4. Xiao Long Bao (Soup Dumplings) - These delicate dumplings are filled with hot, flavorful broth and a small amount of pork, creating a burst of savory goodness in every bite.

5. Cheung Fun (Rice Noodle Rolls) - Thin rice noodle rolls filled with ingredients such as shrimp, beef, or BBQ pork, and served with a flavorful soy-based sauce.

6. Lo Bak Go (Turnip Cake) - Pan-fried savory cakes made with shredded turnip, Chinese sausage, and dried shrimp, offering a unique texture and umami flavor.

7. Fung Zao (Phoenix Talons) - Also known as chicken feet, these are braised and then steamed to perfection, offering a gelatinous texture and rich flavor.

8. Dan Tat (Egg Tarts) - A sweet addition to the meal, these flaky pastry tarts filled with creamy egg custard are a delightful way to end a dim sum feast.

9. Ngau Juk Jyun (Beef Balls) - These flavorful beef meatballs are often steamed and served with a dipping sauce, providing a hearty and savory option.

10. Pei Dan Jook (Century Egg Congee) - A comforting rice porridge with century eggs, offering a unique and rich flavor.

11. Wu Gok (Taro Dumplings) - Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these deep-fried dumplings are filled with mashed taro and often contain a savory pork filling.

12. Xian Xia Juan (Deep-Fried Prawn Rolls) - Crispy rolls filled with whole prawns and wrapped in a thin beancurd skin, offering a delightful crunch and seafood flavor.

13. Feng Zheng Rou (Phoenix Egg Rolls) - These thinly rolled and steamed pork meatballs wrapped with bean curd skin provide a satisfying combination of textures and flavors.

14. Chun Juan (Spring Rolls) - Crispy and savory rolls filled with vegetables, shrimp, and sometimes pork, providing a satisfying crunch.

15. Hue Jing Guen (Fried Glutinous Rice Dumplings) - These sticky rice dumplings are filled with ingredients such as Chinese sausage, pork, and mushrooms, offering a rich and filling option.

16. Jian Dui (Sesame Balls) - Crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, these deep-fried glutinous rice balls are filled with sweet bean paste and coated in sesame seeds.

17. Laap Cheung (Chinese Sausage) - Sweet and savory sausages made from pork and sometimes duck liver, offering a unique and flavorful addition to the dim sum spread.

18. Ngao Yuk Kau (Beef Meat Rolls) - Thin slices of beef wrapped around crunchy vegetables and sometimes water chestnuts, offering a satisfying and savory option.

19. Dong Gu Jiao (Braised Mushroom Dumplings) - These dumplings feature a savory filling of braised mushrooms, bamboo shoots, and sometimes pork, providing a delicious vegetarian option.

20. Lotus Leaf Rice - Sticky rice filled with ingredients such as pork, chicken, Chinese sausage, and salted egg yolk, wrapped in a lotus leaf and steamed to perfection.

21. Cha Guo (Fried Radish Cake) - Pan-fried cubes of savory radish cake often mixed with preserved meats and toppings like dried shrimp and green onion, offering a delightful contrast of flavors and textures.

22. Yun Tun (Wonton Soup) - Delicate wontons filled with pork or shrimp served in a savory broth, offering a comforting and satisfying option.

23. Chiu Chow Fun Gor (Chiu Chow Dumplings) - These chewy dumplings are filled with a mixture of peanuts, pork, and dried shrimp, offering a unique taste and texture.

24. Jin Deui (Sesame Seed Balls) - Deep-fried glutinous rice balls coated in sesame seeds and filled with sweet bean paste, providing a delightful sweet