Recipe Introduction:
These spicy dumplings are the perfect combination of crispy and tender, served in a savory, flavorful sauce that will leave your taste buds tingling. Whether you’re craving a quick snack or a satisfying meal, these dumplings are an easy yet delicious way to enjoy Asian flavors at home. The dumplings are fried to crispy perfection on one side, then steamed to tender goodness on the other, all while soaking up the bold, spicy sauce. It’s the ultimate comfort food with a punch of heat!
Ingredients:
- 1 pack of dumpling wrappers
- 200g ground pork or chicken
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp ginger (minced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- 1 tbsp chili paste or chili oil (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)
- Extra chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare the Filling:
In a bowl, combine the ground pork or chicken, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced ginger, minced garlic, and chopped green onions. Mix well until the ingredients are fully incorporated. - Form the Dumplings:
Place a small spoonful of the filling in the center of each dumpling wrapper. Wet the edges with a bit of water and fold the wrapper in half, pinching the edges together to seal tightly. You can pleat the edges for a traditional dumpling shape if desired. - Fry the Dumplings:
Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange the dumplings in the skillet, flat side down, and fry until the bottoms are golden brown and crispy (about 3-4 minutes). - Steam the Dumplings:
Add 1/4 cup of water to the skillet, then cover with a lid to steam the dumplings for another 5-7 minutes, or until the filling is cooked through and the wrappers are soft. - Prepare the Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together the chili paste or chili oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, and 1 tbsp of water. Adjust the chili paste amount to your preferred spice level. - Serve:
Once the dumplings are ready, drizzle them with the spicy sauce and garnish with extra chopped green onions. Serve immediately and enjoy the perfect balance of crispy and tender with every bite!
These dumplings make a great appetizer or main dish and can be customized with different fillings to suit your taste. Enjoy!