Cabbage, Watercress and Pine Nut Dumplings Recipe

Name: Cabbage, Watercress and Pine Nut Dumplings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups (packed) coarsely chopped watercress; 1 1/2 cups (packed) coarsely chopped napa cabbage; 2 scallions, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons pine nuts, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper; One 12-ounce package gyoza wrappers or wonton wrappers; Cornstarch, for dusting; Soy sauce, for dipping

Servings: persons

1
On a work surface, combine the chopped watercress, cabbage, scallions, garlic and pine nuts and finely chop them all together.
2
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and season with the salt and white pepper.
3
Knead the mixture slightly to wilt the greens.
4
Spread 6 gyoza wrappers on a work surface and brush the edges with water.
5
Spoon 2 teaspoons of the filling into the center of each wrapper and fold in half; press the edges firmly to seal, pressing out any air pockets.
6
Transfer the dumplings to a cornstarch-dusted baking sheet.
7
Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
8
In a pot of boiling salted water, cook the dumplings until tender and translucent, about 3 minutes.
9
Alternatively, steam the dumplings on a rack set on a pan over boiling water.
10
Serve the dumplings hot with soy sauce.

176

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups (packed) coarsely chopped watercress, 1 1/2 cups (packed) coarsely chopped napa cabbage, 2 scallions, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Cabbage, Watercress and Pine Nut Dumplings falls under the General 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.

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Cabbage, Watercress and Pine Nut Dumplings

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