For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground pork with finely chopped mushrooms and tofu. Adjust the amount of jalapeño peppers to suit your desired level of spiciness. Experiment with adding other vegetables to the filling, such as finely chopped carrots, scallions, or shiitake mushrooms. When sealing the dumplings, ensure that the edges are tightly pinched together to prevent them from opening during cooking. To cook the dumplings, you can pan-fry, steam, or boil them. Pan-frying is a popular method that results in crispy bottoms and tender tops.
Taiwanese Dumplings
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PREP TIME1 hrs 15 mins
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COOK TIME0 mins
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TOTAL TIME3 hrs 15 mins
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SERVING20 People
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VIEWS15
Embark on a culinary journey to Taiwan with these delightful dumplings, a symphony of savory pork, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices encased in delicate wrappers. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or light meal, these dumplings are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate41 g
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Cholesterol36 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein16 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium426 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat8 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPrepare the Cabbage and Cilantro (15 minutes): Spread the finely chopped cabbage and cilantro over a clean dish towel. Gather the towel and vigorously squeeze out as much moisture as possible. This step is crucial to prevent soggy dumplings.
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StepCombine the Filling (10 minutes): Transfer the squeezed cabbage and cilantro to a large mixing bowl. Add the ground pork, minced jalapeño peppers, egg whites, minced ginger, and sesame oil. Using your hands, thoroughly mix all the ingredients together until well combined. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Remember to cook a small piece to test for seasoning.
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StepPrepare for Assembly (5 minutes): Line two baking sheets with waxed paper or parchment paper to prevent the dumplings from sticking. Fill a small bowl with water – this will be your sealing aid.
04
StepAssemble the Dumplings (45 minutes): Hold a potsticker wrapper in the palm of your hand. Place a tablespoonful of the pork mixture in the center of the wrapper. Dip a finger in the bowl of water and lightly moisten the edges of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half to form a half-moon shape, and pinch the edges together firmly to seal, creating pleats if desired. Transfer the completed dumpling to the prepared baking sheet. Repeat the process with the remaining wrappers and pork mixture.
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StepFreeze the Dumplings (2 hours): Place the baking sheets of assembled dumplings in the freezer until they are firm to the touch, approximately 2 hours. This will prevent them from sticking together when stored.
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StepStore the Dumplings: Once frozen, transfer the dumplings to large resealable plastic bags or airtight containers for long-term storage in the freezer. They can be cooked directly from frozen.
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Rita Marvin
Jun 24, 2025I used ground chicken instead of pork, and they were still delicious!
Olin Bergstrom
Jun 16, 2025The instructions were easy to follow, and the dumplings turned out perfectly!
Mossie Dickens
Jun 8, 2025These are so much better than store-bought dumplings!
Mariah Emmerich
Jun 8, 2025My family loved these! I added a little bit of soy sauce to the filling for extra flavor.
Westley Emard
Jun 3, 2025These were amazing! The jalapeños added a perfect kick.
Raven Breitenberg
May 27, 2025Freezing them beforehand is a game-changer! So convenient for a quick meal.
Hildegard Kunze
May 27, 2025I've made these several times now, and they're always a hit!
Manley Leffler
May 18, 2025The tip about squeezing out the cabbage is essential! Thanks for the great recipe.
Sigmund Boyle
May 18, 2025Next time I will add some shrimp!