Vegetarian Chinese Pork Dumplings

Savor the irresistible flavors of these Vegetarian Chinese Pork Dumplings, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite! Filled with a savory blend of crumbled tofu, earthy shiitake mushrooms, vibrant green onions, and tender napa cabbage, this recipe delivers the juicy, umami-packed experience of traditional pork dumplings—minus the meat. Infused with soy sauce, sesame oil, and freshly grated ginger, the filling is both rich and aromatic, perfectly complementing the golden, pan-fried dumpling wrapper. These vegan-friendly dumplings are steamed and crisped to perfection, offering a delightful mix of textures with every bite. Quick and easy to prepare, they’re ideal as an appetizer, snack, or main dish when paired with your favorite dipping sauce. Whether you're hosting a party or simply indulging in homemade dim sum, these dumplings are sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams firm tofu
• 100 grams shiitake mushrooms
• 4 stalks green onions
• 1 tablespoon ginger
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 30 pieces dumpling wrappers (vegetarian)
• 6 leaves napa cabbage
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Start by pressing the tofu to remove excess moisture: wrap the tofu block in a clean towel, place a heavy object on it, and let it sit for 15 minutes.

Step 2

Finely chop the shiitake mushrooms and green onions. Grate the ginger.

Step 3

Once the tofu is pressed, crumble it into a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

Add the chopped mushrooms, green onions, and grated ginger to the bowl.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Pour this mixture over the tofu and mushrooms and stir well until all ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 6

Take a napa cabbage leaf and finely chop it. Add it to the filling mixture and mix well. This will add a slight crunch and freshness to your dumplings.

Step 7

Place a dumpling wrapper in the palm of your hand. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the filling into the center of the wrapper.

Step 8

Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water, then fold it over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Pinch and pleat the edges to seal the dumpling securely. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.

Step 9

Heat olive oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat.

Step 10

Place the dumplings in the pan, making sure they don’t touch each other. Cook until the bottoms are golden brown, about 3 minutes.

Step 11

Carefully add 1/4 cup of water to the pan and immediately cover with a lid. Steam the dumplings until the water has evaporated, about 7 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the lid and continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes to crisp the bottom again.

Step 13

Serve the dumplings hot with your choice of dipping sauce, such as soy sauce or a chili paste mix.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1171.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1878.6

Total Fat 67.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2999.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 270.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.4g	0%
Total Sugars 8.4g
Protein 59.0g	0%

Vitamin D 18IU	0%
Calcium 517.0mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 1485.2mg	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: 31.5%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 56.2%