Crisp Half-Moon Dumplings

It is always a pleasure for me to experience these treats again when I visit Hong Kong. In banquets, they are usually served just before the noodles and rice, dishes which traditionally signal the closing of the feast. The dumplings come with their own clear, rich chicken broth, usually sprinkled with chopped yellow chives. One dips them into the broth just before eating them; the contrast of the delicate broth and the crisp morsels adds to the delectability of this dish. According to the t