Handmade Dumplings (6) Recipe
Make Handmade Dumplings (6) Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
For Cooking
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Combine Flour and Salt
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of salt.
- 2
Add Boiling Water
Gradually add 3 tablespoons of boiling water to the flour mixture. Stir with chopsticks or a fork until the dough starts to come together.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Once the mixture is cool enough to handle, knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Rest the Dough
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Mix Ingredients
In a bowl, combine 1 cup of ground pork, 1 tablespoon of chopped green onions, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 teaspoon of grated ginger, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
- 6
Combine Well
Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined. Set aside.
Dumpling Assembly
- 7
Roll Out Dough
Divide the rested dough into small pieces and roll each piece into a thin circle (about 3 inches in diameter) on a floured surface.
- 8
Fill the Dumplings
Place a small spoonful of filling (about 1 tablespoon) in the center of each dough circle.
- 9
Seal the Dumplings
Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Pinch the edges tightly to seal.
Cooking Dumplings
- 10
Heat Oil
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat.
- 11
Cook Dumplings
Place the dumplings in the skillet, cooking them for about 2-3 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown.
- 12
Add Water
Pour in 1 cup of water and cover the skillet with a lid. Steam the dumplings for about 5-7 minutes until the water has evaporated.
- 13
Serve
Remove the lid and let the dumplings cook for an additional minute to crisp the bottoms. Serve hot with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
