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Crispy Pan-Fried Smash Dumplings

Crispy Pan-Fried Smash Dumplings Bursting with Flavor

Deliciously crispy pan-fried smash dumplings, loaded with flavor and customizable fillings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 dumplings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lbs Ground Pork Can substitute for ground chicken, turkey, or plant-based mince.
  • 4 pieces Scallions Alternatively, use green onions.
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Fresh, minced.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced or finely chopped.
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce Use tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil Olive oil can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar as a substitute.
  • 1 tsp Sugar Honey or agave can be a natural alternative.
  • 1/2 tsp Ground White Pepper Black pepper is a fine replacement.
  • 1 cup Napa Cabbage Squeeze dry before mixing.
For the Wrappers and Cooking
  • 20 pieces Dumpling Wrappers (Gyoza or Wonton) Round gyoza wrappers yield the best results.
  • 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil Avoid canola oil.
  • 1/4 cup Water Essential for steaming.
For the Dipping Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce Base; mix with rice vinegar, chili oil, sesame seeds.

Equipment

  • Nonstick skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground pork, scallions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sugar, and ground white pepper. Add napa cabbage after squeezing excess moisture.
  2. Take a dumpling wrapper and place 1 tablespoon of filling in the center. Moisten edges to seal, fold, and pinch tightly.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Arrange dumplings flat side down in the skillet and fry for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown.
  5. Pour 1/4 cup water around the dumplings and cover the skillet to steam for 5-6 minutes.
  6. Remove lid, smash each dumpling gently, and cook uncovered for an additional 2 minutes.
  7. Mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili oil for the dipping sauce; serve with dumplings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dumplingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 1gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure napa cabbage is dry to avoid sogginess in dumplings. Fry in a single layer for even cooking.

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