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Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F.
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Cut the tofu in half horizontally and lay between layers of paper towels. Place on a plate, top with another plate, and place a weight on top (a 14-ounce can of vegetables works well). Let stand 20 minutes.
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After 20 minutes, cut the tofu into 1/4-inch cubes and place in a large mixing bowl.
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Add the carrots, cabbage, red pepper, scallions, ginger, cilantro, soy sauce, hoisin, sesame oil, egg, salt, and pepper. Lightly stir to combine.
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To form the dumplings, remove 1 wonton wrapper from the package, covering the others with a damp cloth.
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Brush the edges of the wrapper lightly with water.
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Place 1/2 rounded teaspoon of the tofu mixture in the center of the wrapper. Shape as desired.
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Set on a sheet pan and cover with a damp cloth. Repeat procedure until all of the filling is gone.
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Using a steaming apparatus of your choice, bring 1/4 to 1/2-inch of water to a simmer over medium heat.
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Spray the steamer's surface lightly with the non-stick vegetable spray to prevent sticking.
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Place as many dumplings as will fit into a steamer, without touching each other. Cover and steam for 10 to 12 minutes over medium heat.
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Remove the dumplings from the steamer to a heatproof platter and place in oven to keep warm.
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Repeat until all dumplings are cooked.
