Dumplings Recipe
4 steamed pork dumplings with a sprinkle of scallions, served with maple sweet chili sauce on the side.
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Ingredients
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Dumpling Dough
Pork Filling
Maple Sweet Chili Sauce
Garnish
Method
Dumpling Dough Preparation
- 1
Make the Dough
In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add water while mixing until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth. Wrap in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.
Pork Filling Preparation
- 2
Prepare the Filling
In a large bowl, combine ground pork, minced garlic, minced ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, chopped green onions, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
Dumpling Assembly
- 3
Form the Dumplings
After the dough has rested, divide it into small pieces (about 1 inch in size). Roll each piece into a thin circle. Place a spoonful of pork filling in the center of each circle. Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal tightly.
Cooking
- 4
Steam the Dumplings
Prepare a steamer or a pot with a steaming basket lined with parchment paper. Place the dumplings in the steamer, ensuring they are not touching each other. Steam for 15-20 minutes over boiling water until the pork is cooked through.
Prepare Maple Sweet Chili Sauce
- 5
Make the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix together maple syrup, sweet chili sauce, and rice vinegar until well combined. Set aside for serving.
Serving
- 6
Plate and Garnish
Once the dumplings are steamed and cooked, plate them and sprinkle sliced scallions on top. Serve with the maple sweet chili sauce on the side.