Whole30 Chinese Pork Dumplings

Elevate your Whole30 journey with these irresistible Chinese Pork Dumplings, a grain-free, dairy-free twist on a classic favorite. Featuring a savory filling of tender ground pork, shiitake mushrooms, zesty ginger, and garlic, seasoned with coconut aminos and sesame oil for an umami punch, these dumplings are nestled in a wholesome almond flour and tapioca starch dough. Perfectly pan-seared and steamed to achieve a golden, crispy bottom and a soft, chewy exterior, they deliver an authentic dumpling experience without compromising your clean-eating goals. Ready in just an hour, these dumplings are ideal as an appetizer, snack, or even a main course. Pair with extra coconut aminos for dipping and savor a dish that’s as satisfying as it is healthy. Suitable for Whole30, paleo, and gluten-free diets, these dumplings are a must-try for anyone craving bold Chinese flavors with a nutritious twist.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground pork
• 3 stalks green onions, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 3 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, finely chopped
• 2 cups almond flour
• 1 cup tapioca starch
• 2 large egg
• 0.5 cup water
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine ground pork, green onions, ginger, coconut aminos, sesame oil, garlic, and mushrooms. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Step 2

Season the pork mixture with sea salt and black pepper to taste. Mix again and set aside.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine almond flour and tapioca starch. Beat in the eggs and add water gradually, mixing until a dough forms. The dough should be soft but not sticky. Add more tapioca starch if necessary.

Step 4

Divide the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Roll each ball into a circle roughly 3 inches in diameter, using a rolling pin.

Step 5

Place a heaping teaspoon of the pork filling in the center of each dough circle.

Step 6

Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape, pinching the edges tightly to seal.

Step 7

Once all dumplings are formed, heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 8

Add a small amount of sesame oil for frying if desired. Place dumplings in the skillet, seam side up. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the bottom is golden brown.

Step 9

Add 1/4 cup of water to the skillet and cover immediately. Let steam for about 5-7 minutes, or until pork is fully cooked and dough becomes tender.

Step 10

Remove the lid and allow any remaining water to evaporate. Serve the dumplings immediately with additional coconut aminos for dipping, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1499.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3820.9

Total Fat 221.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.7g
Cholesterol 847.3mg	0%
Sodium 3672.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 296.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.8g	0%
Total Sugars 31.7g
Protein 178.4g	0%

Vitamin D 492.5IU	0%
Calcium 696.9mg	0%
Iron 18.8mg	0%
Potassium 1100.9mg	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: 51.2%

Protein: 18.3%

Carbs: 30.5%