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Ingredients
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Dumpling Filling
Dumpling Wrappers
Method
Prepare the Filling
- 1
Drain and crumble tofu
Drain the firm tofu and pat dry with paper towels. Crumble it into small pieces using your hands or a fork.
- 2
- 3
Mix filling
In a mixing bowl, combine tofu, mushrooms, green onions, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.
Assemble Dumplings
- 4
Fill dumplings
Place a dumpling wrapper on a clean surface. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of filling into the center.
- 5
Seal dumplings
Dip your finger in water and moisten the edge of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper over the filling to form a half-moon shape and press the edges to seal. Optionally pleat the edges for a decorative touch.
Steam Dumplings
- 6
Prepare steamer
Line a steamer basket with parchment paper or cabbage leaves to prevent sticking. Bring water to a boil in a pot or wok fitted with the steamer.
- 7
Steam dumplings
Place dumplings in the steamer basket, leaving space between each. Cover and steam over medium-high heat for 8–10 minutes, or until the wrappers are translucent and cooked through.
