Cheese Chive Dumplings

Crispy, golden perfection meets gooey, cheesy indulgence in these irresistible Cheese Chive Dumplings—a unique twist on a classic favorite. Delicately handcrafted from a soft and elastic dough, each dumpling is generously stuffed with a luscious blend of shredded mozzarella, nutty Parmesan, and fresh, fragrant chives, offering a savory filling that’s both rich and aromatic. Pan-fried to achieve tantalizingly crisp bottoms, then steamed to tender perfection, these dumplings deliver a delightful textural contrast in every bite. Ready in under an hour and served warm with a side of soy sauce for dipping, they’re perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, a unique side dish, or even a satisfying snack. Whether you’re throwing a dinner party or simply craving flavorful comfort food, these homemade dumplings are the ultimate crowd-pleaser for cheese lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups Water
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cups Fresh chives, finely chopped
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
• 0.25 cups Soy sauce (for dipping, optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.

Step 2

Gradually add the water while mixing with a fork or chopsticks until the dough starts to come together.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a damp cloth and let rest for 30 minutes.

Step 4

While the dough is resting, prepare the filling by combining the shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped chives, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Mix well and set aside.

Step 5

After the dough has rested, divide it into small equal pieces, about the size of a walnut. Roll each piece into a ball.

Step 6

On a lightly floured surface, use a rolling pin to flatten each ball into a thin circle, about 3 inches in diameter.

Step 7

Place a teaspoon of the cheese and chive filling in the center of each dough circle.

Step 8

Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape, pressing the edges together tightly to seal. Optionally, crimp the edges for a decorative touch.

Step 9

Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 10

Arrange the dumplings in the skillet in a single layer, ensuring they do not touch each other. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown.

Step 11

Add 1/4 cup of water to the skillet and immediately cover with a lid. Steam the dumplings for 5-6 minutes or until the water has evaporated and the dumpling wrappers are tender.

Step 12

Carefully remove the dumplings from the skillet and transfer to a serving platter.

Step 13

Serve the dumplings warm with soy sauce for dipping, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(726.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1704.8

Total Fat 66.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 120.3mg	0%
Sodium 7375.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 195.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.7g	0%
Total Sugars 0.9g
Protein 75.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1372.8mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 621.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.6%

Protein: 17.9%

Carbs: 46.5%