Traditional Dumpling Dough

1. Dissolve the sugar and yeast in the warm water and put it in a warm place for 15 minutes, until it turns frothy.

2. Sift the flour into a bowl, and slowly pour in the yeast mixture and the warm milk. Continue to mix until a firm, smooth dough forms.

3. Place the dough on a lightly floured surface and knead for approximately 10 minutes.

4. Put the dough in a warm place until it doubles in bulk, at least 1½ to 2 hours. Prepare the filling while the dough is rising.

Traditional Dumpling Filling

1. Mix the pork, soy sauce, sesame seed oil and scallions.

2. Combine the cabbage with the salt and set it aside for 5 minutes.

3. Squeeze the water out of the cabbage and discard the water.

4. Stir the cabbage and pork mixture together in a large mixing bowl.

Forming the Dim Sum Dumplings

1. Knead the dough for at least 5 minutes, before forming it into a long jelly roll shape about 2 inches in diameter.

2. Slice the roll into round pieces about 1 inch thick, and flatten each piece slightly with the palm of your hand

3. Use a rolling pin to roll each piece into a 4-inch circle.

4. Place 2 tbsp. of filling in the middle of each circle and gather the sides at the top, giving a twist to seal.

5. Allow the dumplings to rest for 30 minutes.

6. Place the dumplings into a steamer, leaving at least an inch between each dumpling.

7. Steam the dumplings for 20 minutes, and serve hot.