Vegan Prawn Dumplings

Savor the flavors of the sea with these irresistible Vegan Prawn Dumplings, a plant-based twist on the classic dim sum favorite! Featuring a perfectly seasoned filling of minced king oyster mushrooms, crumbled tofu, and powdered nori seaweed, these dumplings boast a rich umami taste reminiscent of ocean-fresh prawns. Ginger, garlic, and soy sauce lend depth, while a hint of sesame oil adds a toasty aroma. Wrapped in tender vegan dumpling skins, they’re pan-fried to golden crispness and steamed to perfection, delivering a delightful contrast of textures. Quick to prepare and easy to cook in under 40 minutes, this recipe makes 20 dumplings—ideal for appetizers, main courses, or party platters. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s entirely plant-based yet luxuriously indulgent. Perfect for vegan foodies and lovers of Asian-inspired cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams King oyster mushrooms
• 150 grams Firm tofu, drained
• 2 sheets Nori seaweed sheets
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Rice wine vinegar
• 20 pieces Dumpling wrappers (vegan)
• 2 stalks Green onions, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon White pepper
• 2 tablespoons Cooking oil

Directions

Step 1

Chop the king oyster mushrooms into small pieces and pulse in a food processor until they resemble a minced texture.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, crumble the tofu finely with your hands and set aside.

Step 3

Cut the nori seaweed sheets into small pieces and pulse in a food processor until they form a fine powder.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the minced mushrooms, crumbled tofu, nori powder, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, rice wine vinegar, finely chopped green onions, salt, and white pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 5

Lay a dumpling wrapper on a clean surface. Place about a teaspoon of the filling in the center of the wrapper.

Step 6

Moisten the edges of the wrapper with a little water, fold the wrapper in half, and press the edges to seal, ensuring there are no air pockets. Repeat the process for all dumplings.

Step 7

Heat the cooking oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the dumplings and fry them for 2-3 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown.

Step 8

Add a splash of water to the pan and immediately cover it with a lid to steam the dumplings for another 5-6 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the lid and continue cooking until all the water has evaporated and the dumplings are crispy again at the bottom.

Step 10

Serve the vegan prawn dumplings hot with your choice of dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(864.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1524.9

Total Fat 65.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2018.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 191.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.1g	0%
Total Sugars 3.8g
Protein 51.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1116.1mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 1361.7mg	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: 37.6%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 49.1%