Vegan Chicken Dumplings

Indulge in the savory perfection of Vegan Chicken Dumplings—a plant-based twist on the classic favorite that's bursting with flavor and texture. Featuring a delectable filling of crumbled firm tofu, vegan chicken substitute, shredded cabbage, and grated carrot, these dumplings are seasoned with soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic for an authentic, umami-packed experience. Wrapped in tender vegan wonton wrappers and pan-seared to golden, crispy perfection before being steamed to soft, pillowy bliss, this recipe offers a satisfying combination of textures in every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes, these dumplings are perfect as an appetizer, snack, or light meal, and pair beautifully with your favorite dipping sauce. Try this easy and flavorful recipe for a crowd-pleasing treat that's completely dairy-free and meatless—ideal for vegans and dumpling lovers alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Firm Tofu
• 200 grams Vegan Chicken Substitute
• 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
• 1 teaspoon Grated Ginger
• 2 cloves Minced Garlic
• 3 tablespoons Chopped Scallions
• 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
• 1 cup Shredded Cabbage
• 1 medium Grated Carrot
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 30 pieces Vegan Wonton Wrappers
• 3 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil

Directions

Step 1

Press the firm tofu for 15 minutes to remove excess moisture, then crumble it into small pieces.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the crumbled tofu, vegan chicken substitute, soy sauce, grated ginger, minced garlic, chopped scallions, sesame oil, shredded cabbage, grated carrot, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

Step 3

Place one wonton wrapper in the palm of your hand. Add about 1 tablespoon of the filling in the center of the wrapper.

Step 4

Dip a finger in the water and moisten the edges of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper over the filling to create a half-moon shape and press the edges together to seal, making sure to remove any air pockets. Pleat the edges if desired to create a traditional dumpling shape. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Add the dumplings in a single layer and cook for about 2-3 minutes, or until the bottoms are golden brown.

Step 7

Carefully add 1/4 cup of water to the skillet, cover with a lid, and let the dumplings steam for about 5 minutes, or until the water has mostly evaporated.

Step 8

Remove the lid and let the dumplings cook for an additional 2 minutes to crisp up the bottoms.

Step 9

Serve the dumplings hot with your choice of dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1032.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1512.9

Total Fat 63.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5457.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 165.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.6g	0%
Total Sugars 11.9g
Protein 81.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 571.1mg	0%
Iron 11.6mg	0%
Potassium 1472.9mg	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: 36.5%

Protein: 21.0%

Carbs: 42.5%