Asian Steamed Dumpling Filling Recipe

Name: Asian Steamed Dumpling Filling
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE MIX; 1 lb fresh ground pork; 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped; 2 tablespoons carrots, grated; 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped; 2 teaspoons fresh ginger (grated with a ginger grater or lemon zester); 2 tablespoons oyster sauce or 4 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 (8 ounce) package wonton wrappers (* see the note at bottom of recipe); FOR THE DIPPING SAUCE; 1/2 cup soy sauce; 3 tablespoons white vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon chili paste, to taste (or more, I like Sambal Oelek); 3 tablespoons granulated sugar; 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil; 1/2 teaspoon fresh minced ginger; 1/2 cup water; 1 tablespoon cilantro leaf (fresh chopped very fine like an Iron Chef!)

Servings: persons

FOR THE MIX
1 lb fresh ground pork
1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons carrots, grated
2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
2 teaspoons fresh ginger (grated with a ginger grater or lemon zester)
2 tablespoons oyster sauce or 4 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
1 (8 ounce) package wonton wrappers (* see the note at bottom of recipe)
FOR THE DIPPING SAUCE
1/2 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon chili paste, to taste (or more, I like Sambal Oelek)
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon fresh minced ginger
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon cilantro leaf (fresh chopped very fine like an Iron Chef!)

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Whisk all ingredients for the dipping sauce well and set aside.
2
Mix all of the meat mixture ingredients together and let it marinade for an hour or so for best flavor.
3
Place a scant tablespoon of filling in the center of a wrapper and fold and tuck. You know how it is done or look up a video tutorial on Youtube.( I really suck at folding those little time-consuming dumplings so for years I have just bought egg roll wrappers and make them like that) They aren't as pretty as the little cute parcels but it is a huge time saver for me.
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Steam them for 9 minutes. If you have a Chinese steamer- fine. (I don't) You can use a vegetable steamer in a large sauce pan or I use my electric wok with the steamer attachment. Spray the steamer rack with Pam or vegetable and you will have no problem with them sticking.
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The serving size is subjective depending on whether you use little wonton wrappers or egg roll wrappers so don't pay any attention to that -- but I had to enter something. The recipe will feed four however you decide to make them unless you are a glutton like me and then the serving size is just for one with a little bit left over for a snack the next day :-).
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Bon Apetit in Japanese!

384

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE MIX, 1 lb fresh ground pork, 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped, 2 tablespoons carrots, grated, and more.

Yes, Asian Steamed Dumpling Filling falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Asian Steamed Dumpling Filling

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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