Wedding Dumplings

Celebrate love and flavor with these irresistible Wedding Dumplings, a perfect harmony of textures and tastes that will elevate any special occasion—or ordinary day. These handmade dumplings feature delicate wrappers encasing a luxurious filling of ground pork, succulent shrimp, aromatic green onions, garlic, and ginger, all enhanced by the umami-packed duo of soy sauce and sesame oil. Pan-fried to golden perfection and finished with a quick steam for tender juiciness, these dumplings boast a crisp exterior and a melt-in-your-mouth interior. Whether you're preparing them for a romantic dinner or just craving exceptional comfort food, serve them hot with a tangy soy-vinegar-chili dipping sauce for an unforgettable culinary experience. Searching for a show-stopping homemade dumpling recipe? Look no further than Wedding Dumplings for a crowd-pleasing dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups Warm water
• 1 pound Ground pork
• 0.5 pound Raw shrimp, peeled and finely chopped
• 3 stalks Green onions, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons White pepper
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (for cooking)
• 0.25 cups Water (for steaming during cooking)
• 0 optional Dipping sauce (soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil blend)

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the wrappers. In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour with warm water a little at a time, kneading until a smooth dough forms. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes.

Step 2

While the dough is resting, prepare the filling. In a mixing bowl, combine ground pork, chopped shrimp, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, salt, and white pepper. Mix well until the filling is cohesive and sticky.

Step 3

After the dough has rested, transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it into a long log shape, about 1 inch in diameter. Cut the log into 1-inch pieces.

Step 4

Flatten each piece into a small disc, then use a rolling pin to roll out into thin, round wrappers about 3 inches in diameter. Cover the wrappers with a damp cloth as you work to prevent them from drying out.

Step 5

To assemble each dumpling, take a wrapper and place about 1 tablespoon of filling in the center. Fold the wrapper over the filling to form a half-moon. Pinch the edges tightly to seal, pleating as you go for a decorative touch.

Step 6

Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Arrange the dumplings in the skillet in a single layer. Cook until the bottoms are golden brown, about 2–3 minutes.

Step 7

Once browned, add 1/4 cup of water to the skillet and immediately cover with a lid. Allow the dumplings to steam for about 5 minutes, or until the filling is fully cooked and the wrappers are tender.

Step 8

Remove the lid and cook for another 1–2 minutes to allow the bottoms to crisp up again. Transfer the dumplings to a serving plate.

Step 9

Serve the wedding dumplings hot with dipping sauce on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1298.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2852.6

Total Fat 139.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 773.4mg	0%
Sodium 2896.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 198.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g	0%
Total Sugars 1.8g
Protein 191.2g	0%

Vitamin D 344.7IU	0%
Calcium 354.8mg	0%
Iron 17.2mg	0%
Potassium 1126.6mg	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: 44.6%

Protein: 27.2%

Carbs: 28.2%