Dumplings Recipe
Steamed or fried dumplings with your choice of filling
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Ingredients
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Dumpling Dough
Filling (Pork & Cabbage)
Method
Dumpling Dough Preparation
- 1
Mix the Dough
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add boiling water while stirring with a fork until the mixture forms a dough.
- 2
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
Filling Preparation
- 3
Combine the Filling Ingredients
In a large bowl, mix together the ground pork, chopped cabbage, green onions, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 4
Chill the Filling
Cover the filling mixture and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Assembling and Cooking the Dumplings
- 5
Roll Out the Dough
After the resting period, divide the dough into small pieces. Roll each piece into a thin circle, about 3 inches in diameter.
- 6
Fill the Dumplings
Place a small spoonful of the filling mixture in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and pinch the edges to seal tightly.
- 7
Cook the Dumplings
To steam: Place the dumplings in a steamer basket lined with parchment paper and steam over boiling water for about 15-20 minutes. To fry: Heat a tablespoon of oil in a pan, add dumplings, and fry until golden brown on one side, then add a splash of water, cover, and steam until cooked through.
- 8
Serve
Serve hot with soy sauce or dipping sauce of your choice.
