Vegetarian Pan Fried Dumplings

Crispy and golden on the outside with a flavorful, umami-packed vegetable filling, these Vegetarian Pan Fried Dumplings are the perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer or light meal. Featuring a mix of firm tofu, crunchy cabbage, sweet carrot, and aromatic green onions, garlic, and ginger, these dumplings are seasoned with soy sauce and sesame oil for a truly irresistible taste. The pan-frying technique ensures a delightful contrast of textures—crispy bottoms meet soft, steamed tops. Quick to prepare and loaded with plant-based protein and nutrients, this recipe is a must-try for any dumpling lover. Serve these sizzling delights with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce for an experience that’s as fun to eat as it is delicious. Perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or cozy nights in!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Firm tofu
• 1 cup Cabbage
• 1 medium Carrot
• 3 stalks Green onions
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 24 pieces Round dumpling wrappers
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Start by draining and crumbling the firm tofu into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Finely chop the cabbage and add it to the bowl with the tofu.

Step 3

Grate the carrot and add to the mixture.

Step 4

Chop the green onions finely and add them to the bowl.

Step 5

Mince the garlic cloves and grate or mince the ginger, adding both ingredients to the mixture.

Step 6

Season the vegetable filling with soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything together until well combined.

Step 7

Place a dumpling wrapper on a clean, dry surface. Scoop about a tablespoon of filling into the center of the wrapper.

Step 8

Moisten the edges of the wrapper with a little water using your fingers, then fold the wrapper over the filling to create a half-moon shape.

Step 9

Press the edges together tightly to seal, pleating if desired. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.

Step 10

Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 11

Add the dumplings to the pan, flat side down, in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the pan.

Step 12

Fry the dumplings until the bottoms are golden brown and crisp, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 13

Carefully add 1/2 cup of water to the pan and cover immediately with a lid to steam the dumplings.

Step 14

Steam the dumplings over medium heat until the water has evaporated, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 15

Remove the lid and let the dumplings cook for another 1-2 minutes to re-crisp the bottoms.

Step 16

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(721.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	960.6

Total Fat 53.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2731.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.2g	0%
Total Sugars 8.6g
Protein 39.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 453.1mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 917.5mg	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: 47.2%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 37.4%