Hunan Dumplings with Peanut Butter Sauce

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Hunan Dumplings with Peanut Butter Sauce, a dish that blends tender pork-filled dumplings with a creamy, savory-sweet sauce that's simply out of this world. These homemade dumplings are infused with fragrant garlic, ginger, and a hint of sesame, wrapped in delicate wonton wrappers, and cooked to perfection. The star of the dish, the luscious peanut butter sauce, combines hoisin, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and optional Sriracha for a tangy, nutty, and slightly spicy complement. Garnished with fresh cilantro and crunchy sesame seeds, this recipe is a showstopper perfect for an appetizer or a light main course. Quick to prepare and packed with vibrant Asian-inspired flavors, these dumplings are a must-try for any peanut sauce lover!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Ground pork
• 2 stalks Green onion (finely chopped)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 30 pieces Wonton wrappers
• 4 tablespoons Peanut butter (smooth)
• 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce (for sauce)
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil (for sauce)
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Sriracha (optional, for heat)
• 3 tablespoons Water (for sauce)
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (for garnish, chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine ground pork, green onion, minced garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

Step 2

Take a wonton wrapper and place a teaspoon of the filling mixture in the center. Lightly wet the edges of the wrapper with water, fold it into a half-moon shape or pleat the edges to seal it tightly. Repeat for the remaining wrappers and filling.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of water to a gentle boil. Cook the dumplings in small batches for 3-4 minutes or until they float to the surface, indicating they are fully cooked. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 4

To make the peanut butter sauce, whisk together peanut butter, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, Sriracha (if using), and water in a small bowl until smooth and well combined.

Step 5

To serve, arrange the cooked dumplings on a plate and drizzle generously with the peanut butter sauce. Garnish with chopped cilantro and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

Step 6

Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Hunan Dumplings with Peanut Butter Sauce!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(591.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1265.6

Total Fat 54.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.4g
Cholesterol 1.0mg	0%
Sodium 4831.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g	0%
Total Sugars 24.3g
Protein 47.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 223.5mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 1166.1mg	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: 37.8%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 47.6%