Plump Turkey-Stuffed Tofu Dumplings Recipe

Name: Plump Turkey-Stuffed Tofu Dumplings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup unseasoned rice vinegar; 2 tablespoons Chinese chili-bean paste; 2 large scallions, white parts only, thinly sliced; 2 1/4 pounds firm tofu, cut into thirty-six 1 1/2-inch cubes; 1 pound ground turkey; 4 large scallions, green parts only, thinly sliced; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon Chinese chili-bean paste; 1 tablespoon fermented black beans, rinsed and finely chopped; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 large egg, beaten; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

1/3 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup unseasoned rice vinegar
2 tablespoons Chinese chili-bean paste
2 large scallions, white parts only, thinly sliced
2 1/4 pounds firm tofu, cut into thirty-six 1 1/2-inch cubes
1 pound ground turkey
4 large scallions, green parts only, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon Chinese chili-bean paste
1 tablespoon fermented black beans, rinsed and finely chopped
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 garlic clove, minced
1 large egg, beaten
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1
In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, chili-bean paste and scallions.
2
With a small melon baller, hollow out the tofu cubes and reserve the balls.
3
Put the tofu balls in a large bowl and add the remaining ingredients.
4
Using your hands, mix thoroughly.
5
Carefully stuff each tofu cube with 1 level tablespoon of the filling, mounding it.
6
Fill a wok or a very large skillet with 2 inches of water and bring to a boil.
7
Arrange the dumplings in a double-tiered bamboo steamer; set the steamer over the boiling water.
8
Cover and steam until the filling is firm and cooked through, about 10 minutes.
9
Serve the dumplings with the sauce.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup unseasoned rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons Chinese chili-bean paste, 2 large scallions, white parts only, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Plump Turkey-Stuffed Tofu Dumplings falls under the Meat & Poultry 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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Plump Turkey-Stuffed Tofu Dumplings

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Variations & substitutions

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