saipua
Saipua is a type of dumpling that originated in the Malay Peninsula and is popular in Singapore, Malaysia, and parts of Indonesia. The name is Malay for “pocket” or “bag,” reflecting the dumpling’s thick, puffed skin that holds a savory filling. The dough is made from wheat flour, hot water and a pinch of salt, rolled out into a thin sheet, then manually formed into triangular or round pockets that are often bound at the top to create a folded “fancy” shape.
The filling traditionally consists of ground pork, sometimes mixed with finely chopped water chestnuts, chilies, garlic,
Saipua is typically steamed, although pan-frying or deep-frying methods produce a crispier exterior. In Singapore, it