Low Fat Chinese Dumplings

Savor the flavors of your favorite Chinese dumplings with a guilt-free twist in this Low Fat Chinese Dumplings recipe! Perfectly crafted with lean ground chicken, nutrient-packed napa cabbage, and a medley of fresh vegetables like carrots and scallions, these dumplings are a light yet delicious option for any meal. Seasoned with fresh ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil, the filling brims with authentic flavors, while the pan-fried-steam method delivers a delightful combination of crispiness and tenderness—all without excessive oil. Easy to prepare and ready in under an hour, this recipe yields 36 mouthwatering dumplings that pair beautifully with a tangy dipping sauce of low-sodium soy sauce and rice vinegar. Whether you're looking for a healthy appetizer, snack, or main course, these low-fat dumplings are sure to satisfy your cravings!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 36

Ingredients

• 250 grams Lean ground chicken
• 100 grams Napa cabbage
• 1 medium Carrot
• 2 stalks Scallions
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon White pepper
• 36 pieces Round dumpling wrappers
• 0 (for serving) Low-sodium soy sauce
• 0 (for serving) Rice vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Finely shred the napa cabbage and squeeze out excess moisture using a cheesecloth or clean kitchen towel.

Step 2

Peel and finely grate the carrot. Thinly slice the scallions.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, napa cabbage, grated carrot, scallions, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and white pepper. Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 4

Place one dumpling wrapper in your palm and spoon about 1 teaspoon of filling into the center. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water, fold in half, and pleat the edges to seal. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.

Step 5

In a non-stick skillet, heat a small amount of water to just cover the bottom of the pan. Arrange dumplings in a single layer and cover with a lid.

Step 6

Cook over medium heat until the water evaporates, about 10 minutes.

Step 7

Once the water has evaporated, cook for another 2-3 minutes to crisp up the bottom of the dumplings.

Step 8

Remove from the skillet and serve warm with a dipping sauce made from low-sodium soy sauce and a dash of rice vinegar.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(686.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1099.5

Total Fat 38.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 215mg	0%
Sodium 2940.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 121.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g	0%
Total Sugars 4.6g
Protein 67.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 195.9mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 1175.5mg	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: 31.4%

Protein: 24.5%

Carbs: 44.1%