Crispy Pan-Fried Dumplings: A Homemade Delight Recipe
Learn how to make crispy pan-fried dumplings at home with this easy and delicious recipe. These dumplings are filled with a flavorful mixture of meat or tofu and vegetables, then pan-fried to crispy perfection. Perfect for a tasty appetizer or main dish!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 20 dumplings 1x
- Category: Appetizer or Main Dish
- Method: Pan-Frying and Steaming
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Filling:
- 1 cup ground meat (pork, chicken, or tofu)
- 1 cup finely chopped vegetables (cabbage, carrots, or mushrooms)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Additional:
- 1 package dumpling wrappers
- Oil for frying
- Optional: green onions and dipping sauce for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, combine ground meat, chopped vegetables, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix until well combined.
- Fill the Dumplings: Place a teaspoon of filling in the center of each dumpling wrapper. Wet the edges with water, fold, and pinch to seal.
- Pan Fry: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Arrange the dumplings in a single layer and cook until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- Steam: Add a splash of water to the skillet and cover. Steam for another 5 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with green onions and your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- You can customize the filling with your favorite ingredients.
- Make sure to seal the dumplings tightly to prevent filling from leaking during cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dumpling
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Crispy, Pan-Fried, Dumplings, Homemade, Appetizer, Main Dish, Asian, Vegetarian
