Vegan Chinese Dumplings (Jiaozi)

Experience the perfect harmony of tradition and plant-based deliciousness with these Vegan Chinese Dumplings (Jiaozi). Featuring a handmade dumpling wrapper and a savory filling of crumbled tofu, napa cabbage, and aromatic ginger and garlic, this recipe is a true celebration of authentic Chinese flavors. Each dumpling is pan-fried to golden perfection and steamed to tender juiciness, creating a delightful contrast of textures. Whether you're a dumpling enthusiast or new to making them from scratch, this recipe is accessible and satisfying. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or light main dish, these dumplings pair beautifully with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce. Discover the joy of crafting and savoring this vegan take on a cherished classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup warm water
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 7 ounces firm tofu
• 1 cup napa cabbage
• 1 medium carrot
• 2 stalks green onions
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 inch piece ginger
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 0.25 teaspoon white pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, mix all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add warm water while stirring with a fork or chopsticks until a dough begins to form.

Step 2

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Step 3

For the filling, crumble the tofu into small pieces using your hands or a fork. Finely shred the napa cabbage, grate the carrot, and chop the green onions, garlic, and ginger.

Step 4

In a large pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add grated carrot and napa cabbage, cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the crumbled tofu, soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes. Mix in the chopped green onions.

Step 6

Transfer the filling to a bowl and let cool completely.

Step 7

Divide the rested dough into four pieces. Roll each piece into a small log and cut into 12 equal pieces for a total of 48 pieces.

Step 8

Roll each piece into a thin circle about 3 inches in diameter on a floured surface.

Step 9

Place about 1 tablespoon of filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape and pinch the edges to seal tightly.

Step 10

In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Arrange the dumplings in the skillet, pleated side up, and cook for about 2 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown.

Step 11

Carefully add about 1/4 cup of water to the skillet and cover with a lid. Steam the dumplings for another 4-5 minutes until the water has evaporated and the dumplings are cooked through.

Step 12

Serve the dumplings hot with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(830.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1351.6

Total Fat 39.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2417.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 202.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.7g	0%
Total Sugars 6.7g
Protein 50.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 430.6mg	0%
Iron 15.4mg	0%
Potassium 1053.9mg	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: 25.8%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 59.3%