Chinese PanFried Dumpling Recipe from www.thespruceeats.com
Introduction
Chinese dumplings, also known as Jiaozi, are a popular traditional dish in China. They are usually made of minced meat and vegetables wrapped in a thin dough skin. Dumplings are often served as a main course or appetizer in Chinese cuisine. They can be boiled, steamed, or fried, and served with various dipping sauces.
Ingredients
For the dough: - 2 cups of all-purpose flour - 1/2 cup of water For the filling: - 1 lb of ground pork or chicken - 1 cup of finely chopped cabbage - 1/2 cup of chopped scallions - 1/4 cup of chopped garlic - 1/4 cup of soy sauce - 1 tablespoon of sesame oil - 1 tablespoon of grated ginger - Salt and pepper to taste For the dipping sauce: - 1/4 cup of soy sauce - 1/4 cup of rice vinegar - 1 teaspoon of sesame oil - 1 teaspoon of grated ginger - 1 teaspoon of sugar
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and water. Knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic. Cover the dough with a damp towel and let it rest for 30 minutes. 2. In a separate bowl, mix together the ground pork or chicken, chopped cabbage, scallions, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, salt, and pepper. 3. Take a small piece of dough and roll it into a thin circle. Place a spoonful of the filling in the center of the dough. 4. Fold the dough in half and pinch the edges to seal the dumpling. Repeat this process until all the dough and filling have been used. 5. To boil the dumplings, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the dumplings and cook for 5-7 minutes or until they float to the surface. 6. To steam the dumplings, place them on a lined steamer basket and steam for 10-12 minutes. 7. To fry the dumplings, heat a tablespoon of oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the dumplings and fry until they are golden brown on both sides. 8. To make the dipping sauce, mix together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and sugar in a small bowl.
Nutrition
One serving (4 dumplings) of this recipe contains approximately: - Calories: 280 - Fat: 10g - Carbohydrates: 31g - Protein: 16g - Sodium: 1200mg
Conclusion
Making Chinese dumplings at home is not only fun but also a great way to enjoy a delicious and healthy meal. With this recipe, you can customize the filling to your liking and cook them to your preferred method. Whether you boil, steam, or fry them, these dumplings are sure to impress your family and friends. Don't forget to serve them with a side of dipping sauce for the perfect finishing touch.
