Jul 14 2026
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Dumplings Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Steamed dumplings with pork filling.

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Ingredients

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Dumpling Dough

Method

Dumpling Dough Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix the Dough

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add the water while stirring until the mixture forms a dough.

  2. 2

    Knead the Dough

    Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

  3. 3

    Rest the Dough

    Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.

Pork Filling Preparation

  1. 4

    Prepare the Filling

    In a large bowl, combine ground pork, green onions, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Assembling and Cooking Dumplings

  1. 5

    Roll Out the Dough

    After resting, roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness. Use a round cutter to cut out circles (about 3 inches in diameter).

  2. 6

    Fill the Dumplings

    Place a teaspoon of the pork filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape and pinch the edges to seal.

  3. 7

    Steam the Dumplings

    Prepare a steamer pot and bring water to a boil. Place the dumplings in the steamer basket, ensuring they are not touching. Steam for about 15-20 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through.

  4. 8

    Serve

    Remove the dumplings from the steamer and serve hot with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.

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