Vegan Crispy Fried Dumplings

Discover the ultimate recipe for Vegan Crispy Fried Dumplings—an irresistible combination of crunchy golden edges and savory plant-based filling! These pan-fried delights feature a medley of finely chopped veggies like shiitake mushrooms, napa cabbage, carrots, and green onions, paired with protein-packed crumbled tofu for a flavorful, hearty bite. Seasoned with ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil, the filling delivers a perfectly balanced umami taste wrapped in tender dumpling skins. Lightly pan-fried and steamed for that signature crispy-yet-tender texture, these dumplings make an excellent appetizer, snack, or party pleaser. Ready in under an hour, they’re easy to prepare and completely dairy-free, egg-free, and vegan-friendly! Serve piping hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing treat. Perfect for anyone looking for vegan dumpling recipes, plant-based appetizers, or Asian-inspired comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 24 pieces Dumpling wrappers
• 200 grams Firm tofu
• 100 grams Shiitake mushrooms
• 1 medium Carrot
• 150 grams Napa cabbage
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 1 tablespoon Ginger
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 4 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Pepper
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Press the tofu to remove excess water by wrapping it in a clean cloth or paper towels and placing a weight on top for about 15 minutes.

Step 2

While the tofu is pressing, finely chop the shiitake mushrooms, carrot, napa cabbage, and green onions.

Step 3

Grate the ginger and set it aside.

Step 4

Crumble the pressed tofu into small pieces using your hands or a fork.

Step 5

In a large bowl, combine the crumbled tofu, mushrooms, carrot, cabbage, green onions, and grated ginger.

Step 6

Add soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.

Step 7

Take a dumpling wrapper and hold it in your palm.

Step 8

Spoon about a tablespoon of filling into the center of the wrapper.

Step 9

Dip your finger in water and run it along the edge of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper over the filling to create a half-moon shape, pressing the edges together firmly to seal. You can pleat the sealed edges for a decorative effect.

Step 10

Repeat the process with the remaining wrappers and filling.

Step 11

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 12

Place the dumplings in the skillet, ensuring they are not touching each other. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown and crispy.

Step 13

Once golden, carefully add 2 tablespoons of water to the skillet and immediately cover with a lid. Allow the dumplings to steam for about 5 minutes.

Step 14

Remove the lid and let any remaining water evaporate. Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes until the bottoms are crispy again.

Step 15

Remove the dumplings from the skillet and drain on paper towels if necessary. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1889.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4252.5

Total Fat 100.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 39.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7232.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 753.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.7g	0%
Total Sugars 10.3g
Protein 125.3g	0%

Vitamin D 18IU	0%
Calcium 715.8mg	0%
Iron 28.8mg	0%
Potassium 2030.0mg	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: 20.5%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 68.2%