My Mom's Dumplings

Experience the taste of tradition with "My Mom's Dumplings," a comforting recipe that combines fluffy homemade wrappers with a savory pork and veggie filling. These perfectly pan-fried dumplings feature aromatic ginger, garlic, and sesame oil, paired with the crunch of cabbage and the freshness of green onions. This recipe walks you through the art of creating silky, hand-rolled dumpling wrappers and pleated folds for an authentic touch. Golden-brown and crispy on the bottom, yet steamed to tender perfection, these dumplings come together in just about an hour, making them ideal for a weekend cooking project or a family feast. Serve them hot with a simple soy-based dipping sauce for an irresistible appetizer or main course. Perfectly nostalgic and endlessly delicious, this recipe promises dumpling perfection in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.25 cups Water
• 1 pound Pork (ground)
• 2 cups Cabbage
• 0.5 cup Green onions (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ginger (grated)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup Water (for steaming)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, gradually combine the flour and 1.25 cups of water to form a dough. Knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. Cover with a damp towel and allow to rest for 30 minutes.

Step 2

While the dough rests, prepare the filling by finely shredding the cabbage and chopping the green onions.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine the ground pork, cabbage, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

Step 4

Divide the dough into two portions and roll each portion into a log shape about 1 inch in diameter. Cut into 1-inch pieces and roll each piece into a small ball.

Step 5

Using a rolling pin, flatten each ball into a thin, round wrapper about 3 inches in diameter.

Step 6

Place a heaping teaspoon of filling in the center of each wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half and pinch the edges together to seal, pleating as you go for a traditional look.

Step 7

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange the dumplings in the skillet in a single layer, making sure they don’t touch.

Step 8

Cook the dumplings for 2-3 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown.

Step 9

Add 1/4 cup of water to the skillet and immediately cover with a lid. Let the dumplings steam for about 5 minutes, or until the water has evaporated.

Step 10

Remove the lid and cook for another 1-2 minutes to crisp up the bottoms again.

Step 11

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1223.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2858.0

Total Fat 124.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.7g
Cholesterol 326.6mg	0%
Sodium 3846.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 295.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.1g	0%
Total Sugars 8.7g
Protein 141.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 285.8mg	0%
Iron 25.1mg	0%
Potassium 2366.4mg	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: 39.1%

Protein: 19.7%

Carbs: 41.3%