
Classic Pork Dumplings
Juicy pork-filled dumplings with a savory dipping sauce, perfect for any occasion.
30 mins
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
4
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground pork
- 2 cups finely chopped cabbage
- 3 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 package dumpling wrappers (about 40 pieces)
- 1/4 cup water (for sealing dumplings)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)
Nutrition Facts
Instructions
Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, combine ground pork, chopped cabbage, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix well until fully incorporated.
Fill the dumplings: Place a dumpling wrapper on your palm. Add about 1 teaspoon of filling in the center. Dip your finger in water and moisten the edges of the wrapper.
Fold the dumplings: Fold the wrapper in half and pinch the edges to seal. You can pleat the edges for a traditional look or simply press them together firmly.
Cook the dumplings: Heat vegetable oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat. Place dumplings in the pan, flat side down, and cook until the bottoms are golden brown (about 2-3 minutes).
Steam the dumplings: Carefully add 1/4 cup water to the pan and immediately cover with a lid. Let the dumplings steam for about 5-6 minutes until the water evaporates and the wrappers are translucent.
Serve: Remove the lid and let the dumplings crisp up for another minute. Transfer to a plate and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Chef's Tips
- Wrapper Tip: Keep unused dumpling wrappers covered with a damp cloth to prevent them from drying out.
- Freezing: You can freeze uncooked dumplings on a tray before transferring to a bag. Cook directly from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes to steaming time.
- Dipping Sauce: Mix soy sauce, vinegar, chili oil, and a bit of sugar for a classic dipping sauce.
- Vegetarian Option: Substitute pork with finely chopped mushrooms and tofu for a vegetarian version.
- Even Cooking: Make sure dumplings are evenly spaced in the pan to ensure they cook uniformly.