Welcome to the ultimate MAKE YOUR OWN DUMPLING RECIPE! As I settle into my NEW HOUSE and as Lunar New Year approaches, I’m looking to refill our freezer dumpling drawer. It’s the perfect opportunity to revisit this tradition with you!
Dumplings can really be a choose-your-own-adventure meal! Today, I’m excited to share 4 fillings, 3 cooking methods, and a few key sauce ingredients for ENDLESS flavor combinations! These fail-proof dumpling recipes are sure to add a little extra luck to your year.
Anything could be in a dumpling, but the most common filling will be minced pork mixed with vegetable such as spring onion or shallots.
Top Tips For Crafting the Perfect Dumplings
Did you know dumplings could be your tasty ticket to prosperity in the Lunar New Year? According to my family’s tradition, they symbolize wealth—eat more, earn more! Wrapping dumpling on Lunar New Year has been a family tradition since my great-grandma, and that’s NEVER going to change. This tradition also means that I’ve got more than a few HOT TIPS for the perfect dumplings!
- Hand-Chopped Meat: Skip the store-bought ground meat and hand-chop it instead superior texture and juiciness. It takes a few minutes, but SO WORTH IT!
- Dry Cabbage: Avoid soggy fillings by salting and squeezing out excess water from your cabbage, it’ll stay crunchy and delicious.
- Taste Test: Always microwave a small portion of your filling before wrapping for a taste test.
- Freezing Dumplings: Freeze them on a parchment paper-lined tray, then transfer to ziplock bags once firm. This keeps them fresh for up to 3 months, ready for a quick and tasty meal anytime.
Below are the dumpling recipes for my 4 go-to fillings: chicken, pork, beef, and vegetarian. The best part about these dumpling recipes? You can experiment with these flavors AS YOU LIKE!.
- 1.5 lb of boneless chicken thigh
- ½ chopped Cabbage (around 1lb)
- 2 tbsp of Salt
- 3 stalks of Green Onion
- 1.5 tbsp of Ginger (grated)
- 2 tbsp of Sesame Oil
- 1 tbsp of Dashi Powder or Chicken Powder
- 1.5 tbsp of Soy Sauce
- 1 tsp of White Pepper
- 1.5 lb of Ground Beef
- 4 Stalks of Green Onion chopped
- 1 whole Onion chopped
- 1.5 tbsp of Black Pepper
- 3 tbsp of Ginger grated
- 3 tbsp of LKK Premium Oyster Sauce
- 2 tbsp of LKK Premium Soy Sauce
- 2 tbsp of Sesame Oil
- 1 tbsp of Cold Water
- 0.5 Large Cabbage (chopped)
- 0.5 Carrot (shredded)
- 3 Green Onion (chopped)
- 10 Shiitake Mushroom (chopped)
- 50 oz of Vermicelli Noodles
- 2 tbsp of Sesame Oil
- 1.5 tbsp of Soy Sauce
- ¼ cup of Cilantro (chopped)
- 3.5 tbsp of Vegetarian Oyster Sauce
- 1 tbsp of Mushroom Powder
- 2.5 tbsp of Sesame Oil
- 1 tsp of White Pepper
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When it comes to dumpling recipes, the methods you choose can transform their texture and flavor. I have my top 3 methods to share with you today: boiling, pan-frying, and dumpling soup!
- Boiled: This traditional method is so easy: just drop them in water, wait till they float, and you’re done. They come out nice and tender, perfect if you love the pure taste of the filling!
- Pan-fried: Looking for a crunch? Pan-frying it is! This gives the bottom of the dumpling a crunch that you’ll really be addicted to.
- Dumpling Soup: This dumpling method is all about cozy vibes. Drop your dumplings into a simmering broth, and let them cook. It’s a hearty, warm bowl that’s perfect for colder days.
Want to learn the secrets to a perfectly crispy pan-fried potsticker? Find the key in my Taiwanese Beef Potsticker Recipe!
- 1 tsp of Corn Flour
- 1 tsp of Flour
- 3 tbsp of Water
Secret’s in the Sauce: Best Dumpling Dipping Sauces
Dumplings are great, but what REALLY makes them shine is the dipping sauce! With these must-have ingredients, you’re all set to mix up some magic. ANY combination of these ingredients would be AMAZING with dumplings.
- Chili Oil: Adding a dollop of garlicky chili oil to your dipping sauce brings a spicy kick that wakes up your taste buds and adds excitement to each bite of dumpling.
- Black Vinegar: A splash of black vinegar offers a tangy contrast that cuts through the richness of the dumplings, balancing out their flavors.
- Soy Sauce: With its savory umami flavor, soy sauce is a classic choice for dumpling dipping.
- Scallion Oil: Scallion oil’s savory, oniony flavor adds a delicious aroma to your bite!
- Shallot Oil: The crispy, caramelized shallots in shallot oil provide a delightful crunch.
- Sesame Seeds: Sprinkling sesame seeds over your dipping sauce adds a nutty crunch that enhances the texture and flavor.
All THREE of my Kai Dong sauces – Crunchy shallots, savory scallion oil, and spicy, garlicky chili oil – COMBINED! This mix has got all the best flavors to go with your piping hot dumplings.
The Secret to PERFECT Dumpling Fillings (w/ 5 Recipes)
FAQ
What are dumplings normally filled with?
What are the three types of dumplings?
What kind of filling do you use for dumplings?
The filling is what gives the dumplings their flavor and texture. There are many different types of fillings that can be used, from traditional pork filling to vegetarian options. For a classic pork filling, you’ll need ground pork, cabbage, scallions, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and salt.
What are the different types of dental fillings available?
Dental fillings are single or mixed metals, polymers, glass, or other materials that are used for restoring or repairing teeth. There are numerous dental filling materials available. Gold, porcelain, silver amalgam (mercury mixed with metallic silver, tin, zinc, and copper), composite fillings, glass ionomer fillings, and ceramic are some of the materials used for dental fillings.
What is the most common dumpling filling base in China?
Ground pork is the most common dumpling filling base across China. We have several pork dumpling recipes, each with a different vegetable complement. 1.
What is Chinese dumpling filling?
We’ve posted many Chinese dumpling filling recipes over the years, each with their own unique flavor and character, including fillings made with ground pork, chicken, beef, fish, and vegetables. Dumplings are both a celebration food (especially around Chinese New Year), as well as an everyday emergency meal.