The Best Dumpling Recipe Ever

October 01, 2023 Post a Comment

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Homemade Dumplings Brooklyn Farm Girl from brooklynfarmgirl.com

Description

Dumplings are a staple in many cultures around the world. They are delicious, filling, and easy to make. This recipe will show you how to make the best dumplings ever, with a tender and flavorful filling and a crispy, golden brown exterior.

Prep Time

30 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Ingredients

1 pound ground pork
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced ginger
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 package dumpling wrappers
Water for steaming

Equipment

Large mixing bowl
Small mixing bowl
Frying pan
Steamer basket

Method

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, cornstarch, garlic, ginger, green onions, and cilantro. Mix well to combine. 2. Lay out a dumpling wrapper on a flat surface. Place about a tablespoon of filling in the center of the wrapper. 3. Dip your finger in water and run it along the edge of the wrapper. 4. Fold the wrapper in half, pressing the edges together to seal. 5. Place the dumplings in a steamer basket, making sure they are not touching each other. 6. Steam the dumplings for about 10 minutes, or until the filling is cooked through. 7. Heat a frying pan over medium heat. Add a tablespoon of oil. 8. Add the steamed dumplings to the pan, making sure they are not touching each other. 9. Fry the dumplings for about 5 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy. 10. Serve hot with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

You can make the filling ahead of time and keep it in the fridge until you are ready to make the dumplings. You can also freeze the dumplings before steaming them, and then steam them directly from the freezer.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes about 24 dumplings. Each dumpling contains approximately 65 calories, 4g fat, 4g protein, and 3g carbohydrates.

Recipes FAQ

What if I don't eat pork?

You can substitute the ground pork with ground chicken or turkey, or even tofu.

Can I use store-bought dumpling wrappers?

Yes, you can find dumpling wrappers in most grocery stores. Look for them in the refrigerated section near the produce.

What dipping sauce should I use?

You can use soy sauce, hoisin sauce, or even a spicy chili sauce.

Recipe Tips

Make sure to seal the edges of the dumpling wrappers tightly, so that the filling doesn't leak out during steaming or frying. You can also add a little bit of cornstarch to the water when steaming the dumplings, to prevent them from sticking to the steamer basket. Finally, don't overcrowd the frying pan when frying the dumplings, or they won't get crispy.