Vegan Steamed Pork Dumplings

Discover the perfect plant-based twist on a dim sum classic with these Vegan Steamed Pork Dumplings! Filled with a savory mixture of crumbled tofu, earthy cremini mushrooms, and aromatic garlic and ginger, this recipe replicates the rich, umami-packed flavor of traditional pork dumplings in a fully vegan form. Wrapped in tender dumpling skins and steamed to perfection on a bed of cabbage leaves, these dumplings are soft, juicy, and bursting with flavor. Thanks to simple pantry staples like soy sauce, sesame oil, and nutritional yeast, this recipe is both easy to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients. Ready in under an hour, these dumplings are ideal for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, a light dinner, or as part of your next at-home dumpling night. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for a restaurant-quality experience right in your kitchen! Perfect for vegans, vegetarians, and anyone exploring delicious plant-based alternatives.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 g Extra-firm tofu
• 150 g Cremini mushrooms
• 3 stalks Green onions
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp Ginger
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce (tamari for gluten-free)
• 1 tbsp Sesame oil
• 1 tbsp Nutritional yeast
• 2 tsp Cornstarch
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Pepper
• 30 pieces Vegan dumpling wrappers
• 4 Cabbage leaves (for steaming base)
• 0 as needed Water (for sealing wrappers)

Directions

Step 1

Press the extra-firm tofu for 10 minutes to remove excess moisture, then crumble it into small pieces.

Step 2

Finely chop the mushrooms and green onions, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.

Step 3

Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1/2 tablespoon of sesame oil.

Step 4

Sauté the garlic, ginger, green onions, and mushrooms until the mushrooms release their moisture and shrink, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the crumbled tofu to the skillet, followed by soy sauce, nutritional yeast, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Stir well and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let the filling cool to room temperature.

Step 6

Prepare a clean workspace and set out the vegan dumpling wrappers. Place 1 teaspoon of the filling in the center of each wrapper.

Step 7

Dip your finger in water and run it around the edge of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half to form a crescent shape and pinch the edges firmly to seal. Optionally, pleat the edges for a traditional look.

Step 8

Line a bamboo or metal steamer with cabbage leaves to prevent sticking. Place the dumplings in the steamer, ensuring they don’t touch each other.

Step 9

Bring a pot of water to a boil and place the steamer on top. Cover and steam the dumplings for 10-12 minutes, or until the wrappers are slightly translucent and cooked through.

Step 10

Carefully remove the dumplings from the steamer and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1760.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1965.3

Total Fat 54.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3611.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 292.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.7g	0%
Total Sugars 17.5g
Protein 93.3g	0%

Vitamin D 10.5IU	0%
Calcium 2349.5mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 2836.6mg	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: 24.0%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 57.6%