Chinese Dumplings/Jaozi Recipe

Name: Chinese Dumplings/Jaozi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (16 ounce) package dumpling wrappers; 1 lb ground pork; 2 cups Chinese cabbage; ¼ cup onion; 1 teaspoon minced ginger; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons sesame seed oil; ½ teaspoon sugar; 2 teaspoons vegetable oil; 3 tablespoons chicken soup base

Servings: persons

1
Finely dice cabbage and onions.
2
Mix all the filling ingredients together except the cabbage, add cabbage only when youre about to wrap it.
3
Fill and fold wrappers in half.
4
Pinch sides to ensure they won't break open during cooking.
5
Put enough oil to coat the bottom of the pan, layer the jiao zi, and then brown the bottom (should take about 1 minute or until the bottom of the jiao zi is brown with highest heat),
6
Add one tablespoon of water and cover the pan quickly to let the jiao zi be cooked by the steam.
7
Turn the stove to medium until they are cooked (roughly two or three minutes at least).
8
If youre not sure if theyre cooked, taste one and see.
9
Enjoy :-).

365

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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.

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (16 ounce) package dumpling wrappers, 1 lb ground pork, 2 cups Chinese cabbage, ¼ cup onion, and more.

Yes, Chinese Dumplings/Jaozi falls under the Soups & Stews 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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Chinese Dumplings/Jaozi

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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