Jade Dumplings with Soy-Sesame Dipping Sauce Recipe

Name: Jade Dumplings with Soy-Sesame Dipping Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup soy sauce; 1 green onion, very thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 2 teaspoons oriental sesame oil; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 1 garlic clove, peeled; 12 ounces fresh asparagus, trimmed, quartered crosswise; 1 8-ounce can whole water chestnuts, drained; 3 green onions, quartered; 1 teaspoon oriental sesame oil; 1 teaspoon soy sauce; 1/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt; All purpose flour; 36 wonton wrappers; Romaine lettuce leaves

Servings: persons

1/3 cup soy sauce
1 green onion, very thinly sliced
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 teaspoons oriental sesame oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, peeled
12 ounces fresh asparagus, trimmed, quartered crosswise
1 8-ounce can whole water chestnuts, drained
3 green onions, quartered
1 teaspoon oriental sesame oil
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
All purpose flour
36 wonton wrappers
Romaine lettuce leaves

1
Stir all ingredients in small bowl to blend.
2
Finely mince ginger and garlic in food processor.
3
Add asparagus and next 5 ingredients; using on/off turns, process until asparagus is finely chopped but not pureed.
4
Sprinkle baking sheet with flour.
5
Place 1 wonton wrapper on work surface.
6
Spoon 2 teaspoons asparagus mixture into center.
7
Moisten edges of wrapper with water; gather corners together over filling.
8
Twist edges of wrapper together, enclosing filling completely.
9
Place dumpling on baking sheet.
10
Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
11
(Sauce and dumplings can be made 8 hours ahead.
12
Cover separately and chill.)
13
Place steamer rack in large pot.
14
Pour enough water into pot to reach depth of 1/2 inch.
15
Line steamer rack with lettuce leaves.
16
Bring water to simmer.
17
Working in batches, arrange dumplings side by side (but not touching) on rack.
18
Cover and steam 15 minutes.
19
Serve dumplings with dipping sauce.

143

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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

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup soy sauce, 1 green onion, very thinly sliced, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 2 teaspoons oriental sesame oil, and more.

Yes, Jade Dumplings with Soy-Sesame 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.

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Jade Dumplings with Soy-Sesame Dipping Sauce

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