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How to make perforated paper liner for steamers (or anything!)

By:Nagi
Published:7 Feb '20Updated:8 Dec '20
11 Comments

When you come across a recipe calling for “perforated paper liner”, there’s no need to rush out to the stores. It’s so easy to make your own to fit any size steamer!

This is the paper steamer liner used in the Shumai recipe I shared earlier today. Putting it in a separate post for ease of filing!

Liner for bamboo steamer

What is a perforated paper liner?

A perforated paper liners is just baking paper / parchment paper with holes in it. It’s used to line the base of steamers to stop food from sticking to the base whilst still allowing steam to rise from the simmering water underneath to cook the food.

Here’s how to make your own!.

How to make perforated paper liner for bamboo steamers

How to make perforated paper liner for steamers

  1. Get a piece of parchment / baking paper and fold in half;

  2. Fold into quarters;

  3. Then continue folding twice more until you have a fairly thin triangle, like depicted;

  4. Hold over the cooking vessel with pointy end lined up in the middle;

  5. Snip the end off – this will make it round and fit the steamer;

  6. Cut little triangles along the edge about 2.5cm/1″ apart – these will be the holes;

  7. Do this all down the folded edge, and snip the pointy end off;

  8. Unfold and place in bamboo steamer!

It’s depicted using a bamboo steamer, but this same method works for any round cooking vessel – like a pot with a steamer fitted inside, or even a microwave steamer.

Raw Siu Mai - Chinese Steamed Dumplings in a bamboo steamer, ready to be cooked

When to use perforated paper liners

I use perforated paper liners to line steamers – bamboo steamers and pots with steamers fitted – when steaming things that might stick to the base. Dumplings, like Siu Mai, and Steamed Chinese Pork Buns.

I don’t use a steamer liner when steaming things like vegetables as it’s not necessary as they don’t stick.

So now that you know how easy it is to make your own steamer liners, go forth and steam away! – Nagi x

Freshly made Chinese Steamed Pork Buns in a bamboo steamer

Overhead photo of Siu Mai (Chinese steamed dumpling) dipped in sauce in a bamboo steamer

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11 Comments

  1. Sjannette says

    July 21, 2022 at 7:35 pm

    Nagi, would this style of paper be good for an air fryer too?

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    • Marlene says

      July 25, 2022 at 2:04 pm

      PINEPOEM Air Fryer Liners Reusable Silicone, Bamboo Steamer Liner, Perforated Liner for Air Fryer
      4.4 out of 5 stars 123
      $6.94
      Ships to Australia

      Reply
  2. Crystal says

    June 26, 2022 at 2:12 pm

    I wish I saw this half an hour ago! Turned my dumplings into potstickers instead haha. But will definitely be using this for next time!

    Reply
  3. Eve says

    April 7, 2022 at 3:39 pm

    aaaah my poor old eyes I can’t seeeeeeeeee

    Reply
  4. Mary Jane Pinano says

    August 22, 2020 at 3:25 am

    I want to add more knowledge in cooking

    Reply
  5. Joanne French says

    February 28, 2020 at 5:43 am

    I can’t wait to try this.

    Reply
    • Nagi says

      February 28, 2020 at 12:38 pm

      I hope you love it Joanne!

      Reply
  6. Melissa says

    February 10, 2020 at 2:18 pm

    I just fold a piece of baking paper up like you do and use my trusty hole punch!! Works a treat if you have one 🙂

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    • Nagi says

      February 11, 2020 at 6:37 am

      Perfect!

      Reply
  7. Joy Leckie says

    February 8, 2020 at 10:56 am

    Hi Nagi, just love 💓 receiving all your recipes. I never received your 3 cooking books when I originally signed up with you. I tried to sign up a second time but you said I was already signed up which I would’ve been but gad never received your books which I’d really love. Thank you Nagi. Kindest Regards Joy .

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    • Nagi says

      February 10, 2020 at 7:32 pm

      Hi Joy – send me an email and I’ll send you the links, they are also in every one of my emails I send out ❤️

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