Dumplings Recipe
Savory dumplings filled with meat or vegetables.
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Ingredients
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Dumpling Filling
Method
Dumpling Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Filling
In a large bowl, combine ground pork or beef, finely chopped cabbage, chopped green onions, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- 2
Make the Dumpling Wrappers
If using store-bought dumpling wrappers, skip this step. Otherwise, mix 2 cups of all-purpose flour with 1/2 cup of water to form a dough. Knead until smooth, then roll out thinly and cut into circles.
- 3
Fill the Dumplings
Take a dumpling wrapper and place about 1 tablespoon of the filling in the center. Moisten the edges with water, fold the wrapper over to form a half-moon shape, and pinch the edges to seal. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
- 4
Cook the Dumplings
You can steam, boil, or pan-fry the dumplings. For steaming, place them in a steamer basket over boiling water for about 15 minutes. For boiling, cook in a pot of boiling water for 5-7 minutes. For pan-frying, heat a tablespoon of oil in a skillet, add the dumplings, fry until golden brown on the bottom, then add water to the pan, cover, and steam until cooked through.
