Chinese Dumplings

Delight in the irresistible charm of homemade Chinese Dumplings, a timeless classic that brings the flavors of authentic Chinese cuisine right to your kitchen. These tender, hand-rolled dumplings feature a savory filling of ground pork, napa cabbage, green onions, and a harmony of soy sauce, sesame oil, fresh ginger, and garlic. Perfectly customizable, these dumplings can be steamed, boiled, or pan-fried to suit your preference, each cooking method adding its own unique texture and appeal. With a simple yet rewarding dough made from scratch, this recipe ensures each bite is packed with fresh, wholesome goodness. Ideal for sharing, these dumplings make a show-stopping appetizer, snack, or main course. Pair them with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce for a truly delicious experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 40

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.25 cups Water
• 1 pound Ground pork
• 1 cup Napa cabbage
• 4 stalks Green onions
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon White pepper
• 1 teaspoon Sugar

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour with water gradually, stirring with chopsticks or a spatula until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Finely chop the napa cabbage and place it in a separate bowl. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and let it sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.

Step 4

Squeeze out the liquid from the cabbage and add it to a large mixing bowl. Add the ground pork, finely chopped green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, white pepper, and sugar.

Step 5

Mix the filling ingredients thoroughly with your hands or a spatula until well combined.

Step 6

Divide the dough into four equal pieces and roll each piece into a log about 3/4 inches in diameter.

Step 7

Cut each log into 10 pieces and roll each piece into a ball. Flatten each ball with your palm, then use a rolling pin to roll each into a 3-inch round wrapper.

Step 8

Place about 1 tablespoon of filling in the center of a wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half to enclose the filling, pinching to seal the edges, and pleat as desired.

Step 9

Repeat the process with the remaining wrappers and filling.

Step 10

To cook the dumplings, choose one of the methods: steaming, boiling, or pan-frying.

Step 11

For steaming: Line the steamer with cabbage leaves or parchment paper. Place the dumplings in the steamer, leaving space between them. Steam for about 10 minutes.

Step 12

For boiling: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the dumplings in batches and cook for 5-6 minutes or until they float to the top and the filling is cooked through.

Step 13

For pan-frying: Heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat in a non-stick pan. Place the dumplings in the pan flat side down and fry until golden brown on the bottom, about 2-3 minutes. Add 1/4 cup of water to the pan, cover, and steam for 5 minutes. Uncover and cook until the remaining water evaporates.

Step 14

Serve the dumplings hot with soy sauce, vinegar, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1295.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2869.8

Total Fat 112.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 408.2mg	0%
Sodium 3219.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 290.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 7.5g
Protein 160.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 291.0mg	0%
Iron 22.5mg	0%
Potassium 871.8mg	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: 35.9%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 41.3%