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Pan-Fried Dumplings Recipe

Pan-Fried Dumplings Recipe
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Learn how to make delicious pan-fried dumplings filled with a savory mixture of pork, shrimp or chicken, and aromatic seasonings. These dumplings are crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, perfect for a flavorful appetizer or main course.

Ingredients

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Dumpling Filling:

  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 1/2 pound ground shrimp or chicken
  • 1 cup napa cabbage, finely chopped
  • 3 green onions, finely sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Additional Ingredients:

  • 1 package (about 40) round dumpling wrappers
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, combine pork, shrimp or chicken, cabbage, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, salt, and white pepper. Mix well until sticky.
  2. Fill the Dumplings: Place a wrapper on a flat surface, spoon 1 teaspoon of filling in the center, moisten edges with water, fold in half, and pleat to seal.
  3. Pan-Fry: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet. Cook dumplings until golden. Add water, cover, and steam for 5–6 minutes.
  4. Crisp and Serve: Remove lid and crisp dumplings for 1–2 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with a dipping sauce of soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and chili flakes.
  • Dumplings can be frozen uncooked; freeze on a tray, then transfer to a bag for later use.

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