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For the dipping sauce: Combine the soy sauce, Sriracha and lemon juice in a bowl and set aside until ready to serve.
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For the pork dumplings: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the garlic, ginger, sesame oil and scallions and cook until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes (you just want to take the bite off of the raw ingredients, not saute them).
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Remove from the heat and allow to cool 1 minute.
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Combine the cooked garlic, ginger and scallions with the pork, hoisin, soy sauce, five-spice powder and egg in a large mixing bowl.
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Working with the dumpling wrappers, start with the floured surface facing down.
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Place 1 1/2 teaspoons of filling in the center of a wrapper.
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Wet the edge of the dumpling with water, using your finger, and fold the circle in half without sealing, like a taco.
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Pinch one end closed.
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Create pleats on one side using your thumb and forefinger, pressing against the other flat edge to seal as you go.
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Flatten the bottoms so they can get a nice pan fry on them.
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Repeat until all the dumplings are filled.
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Keep the dumplings on a lightly-floured sheet tray to keep them from sticking, and cover with a slightly damp towel to keep from drying out.
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Heat the veggie oil over high heat in the same skillet.
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Working in batches, pan-fry the dumplings by placing them bottom-side down and frying until golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes.
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Once the dumplings are golden brown, working carefully (it will splatter), pour 1/2 cup water into the skillet to cover the dumplings halfway.
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Immediately cover with a lid, leaving a small crack for steam to escape.
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Cook until the water has evaporated, 5 to 7 minutes.
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Transfer the dumplings to a paper towel-lined plate to soak up excess oil and repeat the process with the remaining dumplings.
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Cook's Note: This recipe makes a lot of dumplings; just keep extra in your freezer for a late night snack!