Healthy Steamed Dumplings Recipe

Name: Healthy Steamed Dumplings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup finely shredded Chinese or napa cabbage; 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro; 1/4 cup minced chives; 1 large; , lightly beaten; 3 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder; 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1-3/4 pounds lean ground turkey; 50 pot sticker or gyoza wrappers; 6 cabbage leaves; Sweet chili sauce, optional

Servings: persons

1 cup finely shredded Chinese or napa cabbage
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup minced chives
1 large
, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-3/4 pounds lean ground turkey
50 pot sticker or gyoza wrappers
6 cabbage leaves
Sweet chili sauce, optional

1
In a large bowl, combine the first 12 ingredients. Add turkey; mix lightly but thoroughly.
2
Place 1 tablespoon filling in center of each pot sticker wrapper. (Cover remaining wrappers with a damp paper towel until ready to use.) Moisten wrapper edge with water. Fold wrapper over filling; seal edges, pleating the front side several times to form a pleated pouch. Stand dumplings on a work surface to flatten bottoms; curve slightly to form crescent shapes, if desired.
3
Line a steamer basket with six cabbage leaves. In batches, arrange dumplings 1 in. apart over cabbage; place in a large saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil; steam, covered, 6-8 minutes or until cooked through. Discard cabbage. If desired, serve with chili sauce.
4
Cover and freeze cooled dumplings on waxed paper-lined
5
until firm. Transfer to a large freezer container. To use, microwave dumplings, covered, for 30-45 seconds or until heated through.

232

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Protein

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup finely shredded Chinese or napa cabbage, 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro, 1/4 cup minced chives, 1 large, and more.

Yes, Healthy Steamed Dumplings 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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Healthy Steamed Dumplings

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