Nickames for Dim Sims
Dim sims are a true Australian invention, and nothing is more Aussie than giving something we love a stack of alternative names. Over the decades, the humble dimmie has collected a colourful vocabulary of slang, jokes, and playful nicknames that reflect both affection and humour. This page celebrates some of the most creative nicknames for dim sims that have found their way into Aussie conversations.
Classic Nicknames for Dim Sims
Let’s start with the ones you’re most likely to hear. The simple “dimmies” (or “dimmys”) are the most common. Then there are cheeky classics like mystery bags, road kill rissoles, and breathmints. These names play on the idea of the dim sim being a mystery parcel of meat and veg, with a little Aussie irreverence sprinkled in.
Feline-Inspired Dimmie Names
Some of the funniest nicknames are cat-related. You might have heard of cat coffins, feline filos, moggy mounds, cat caskets, pussy parcels, cat cozzies, or pussy puffs. These names come from that long-standing Aussie tradition of poking fun at the mystery of what actually goes into a dimmie.
Animal-Related Nicknames
Not to be outdone, other animals have crept into the mix. Dim sims are sometimes called rat sacks, possum puffs, or possum pockets. Each of these conjures up a less-than-appetising image, but somehow they’ve stuck as part of the shared dimmie lexicon.
Regional and Celebrity Nicknames
Locals love putting a hometown stamp on their food. That’s why you’ll hear dim sims called Cranbourne crayfish, Moe crayfish, Moe oysters, or even Croydon caviar. Then there are celebrity-inspired spins like Grant Dimyas (Grant Denyer), Dim Careys (Jim Carrey), Harry Dimmelbergs (Harry Himmelberg), and Dimmadomenicos (Robert DiPierdomenico).
A Language of Their Own
Whether you prefer calling them dimmies, mystery bags, or possum puffs, the huge range of nicknames for dim sims shows just how embedded they are in Australian culture. They’re not just snacks, they’re icons with a dictionary’s worth of affectionate slang to their name.
