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Traditional Pork and Cabbage Dumplings

Close-up of golden-brown Traditional Chinese Dumplings on a white plate, showcasing their crispy texture.
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Learn to make authentic Chinese pork and cabbage dumplings from scratch, including homemade wrappers and pleating techniques. These freezer-friendly dumplings are perfect for Lunar New Year or any weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1/2 head napa cabbage, finely chopped
  • 4 green onions, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 package round dumpling wrappers (or homemade wrappers)
  • Water for sealing

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground pork, chopped napa cabbage, green onions, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sesame oil, ginger, salt, and white pepper. Mix well until thoroughly combined.
  2. To make homemade wrappers, combine 2 cups all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup water. Knead until a smooth dough forms. Let rest for 30 minutes. Roll out thinly and cut into 3-inch circles.
  3. Place about 1 tablespoon of filling in the center of a dumpling wrapper.
  4. Moisten the edge of the wrapper with water.
  5. Fold the wrapper in half, pressing to seal. You can create pleats along the sealed edge for a traditional look.
  6. Repeat with the remaining filling and wrappers.
  7. To cook, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add dumplings and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they float and the filling is cooked through.
  8. Alternatively, pan-fry dumplings for a crispy bottom. Heat oil in a skillet, add dumplings, cook until golden brown, then add 1/4 cup water, cover, and steam until cooked through.
  9. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • For freezer-friendly dumplings, arrange uncooked dumplings in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Transfer to a freezer bag. Cook from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
  • You can customize the filling with other vegetables like shiitake mushrooms or water chestnuts.
  • Experiment with different dipping sauces like soy sauce, vinegar, chili oil, or a combination.

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