Mom's Dumplings

Savor the comforting flavors of homemade goodness with "Mom's Dumplings," a family-favorite recipe that combines a tender, hand-rolled dough with a flavorful pork and vegetable filling. These pan-fried and steamed dumplings achieve the perfect balance of crispy golden bottoms and juicy, aromatic centers, thanks to a delicious blend of ground pork, green onions, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil. With a homemade wrapper made from scratch, these dumplings are a labor of love and well worth the effort. Perfect for dinner parties, cozy family meals, or meal prepping, they’re as versatile as they are satisfying. Serve these authentic dumplings with a tangy dipping sauce for a true crowd-pleaser that transports you straight to your mom’s kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 pound Ground pork
• 3 stalks Green onions, chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 cup Cabbage, finely chopped
• 1 Egg
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 1 cup Water (for steaming)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add the water, stirring with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 2

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, until the dough becomes smooth and elastic. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Step 3

While the dough is resting, prepare the filling. In a bowl, mix together the ground pork, chopped green onions, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, finely chopped cabbage, and the egg. Stir until well-combined. Set aside.

Step 4

After the dough has rested, divide it into four equal pieces. Roll each piece into a thin log and cut into 12 small pieces, resulting in about 48 pieces total.

Step 5

Using a rolling pin, roll each small piece into a thin circle, roughly 3 inches in diameter. Keep the unused dough covered with a damp towel to prevent drying.

Step 6

Place about 1 tablespoon of filling in the center of each circle. Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges together firmly, pleating as you go, to seal the dumpling.

Step 7

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large, non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Place the dumplings flat side down and cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown.

Step 8

Carefully add 1/4 cup of water to the skillet and cover immediately to steam the dumplings. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until the water has evaporated and the dumplings are fully cooked.

Step 9

Repeat the process with the remaining dumplings, adding more oil as needed.

Step 10

Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as soy sauce mixed with a dash of vinegar and chili oil.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1568.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3170.6

Total Fat 146.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.6g
Cholesterol 604.2mg	0%
Sodium 3928.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 288.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.6g	0%
Total Sugars 5.1g
Protein 165.0g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 302.7mg	0%
Iron 23.3mg	0%
Potassium 889.4mg	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: 42.1%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 36.8%