Easy Chinese Dumplings W/Dipping Sauce Recipe

Name: Easy Chinese Dumplings W/Dipping Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups flour; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 cup boiling water; ⅓ cup cold water; ¼ cup flour (approx); 12 lb pork, cubed; 12 inch ginger, peeled (or 1/2 tsp ground ginger); 2 teaspoons onion flakes; 3 teaspoons water chestnuts, sliced; 1 teaspoon soy sauce; ½ teaspoon black pepper; ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon sherry wine; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; ½ cup soy sauce; ¼ cup rice wine vinegar; 2 teaspoons sesame oil; ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon sugar; ½ teaspoon sesame seeds

Servings: persons

3 cups flour
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup boiling water
⅓ cup cold water
¼ cup flour (approx)
12 lb pork, cubed
12 inch ginger, peeled (or 1/2 tsp ground ginger)
2 teaspoons onion flakes
3 teaspoons water chestnuts, sliced
1 teaspoon soy sauce
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon sherry wine
1 teaspoon sesame oil
½ cup soy sauce
¼ cup rice wine vinegar
2 teaspoons sesame oil
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon sesame seeds

1
DOUGH: Mix flour salt and boiling water with a wooden spoon.
2
Add cold water and knead on a floured board, adding flour until a soft dough forms.
3
Allow dough to rest 20 minutes, covered with a towel, while preparing filling.
4
FILLING: Add all ingredients to food processor and chop fine.
5
Roll dough very thinly and cut into 3 inch circles.
6
If using wonton wrappers, you can cut into 3 inch circles or make triangles.
7
Place 1/2 tsp of filling in center of dough.
8
Wet edges and fold over pressing tightly, pushing all air out.
9
Place dumplings on waxed paper, and cover with a towel, until ready to cook.
10
Heat 2 tablespoons oil in frying pan.
11
Cook dumplings in batches of 8-10.
12
Brown in oil.
13
Add 1/2 cup water CAREFULLY to pan and cover.
14
Cook 10 minutes, uncover and cook another 3 minutes until water is gone.
15
Remove from pan and keep warm in oven while cooking second batch, adding another 1/2 cup water to pan.
16
DIPPING SAUCE: Mix all ingredients together and enjoy!

4482

kcal

Calories

259

Fat

132

Carbs

386

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups flour, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 cup boiling water, ⅓ cup cold water, and more.

Yes, Easy Chinese Dumplings W/Dipping Sauce falls under the Snacks & Appetizers 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!

Easy Chinese Dumplings W/Dipping Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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