Why Make This Recipe
Crispy Pan-Fried Dumplings are a delicious and fun dish that everyone will love. They are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and filled with tasty meat and veggies. Making them at home is easy and allows you to customize the fillings to your liking. Plus, they are perfect for sharing with family and friends!
How to Make Crispy Pan-Fried Dumplings
Ingredients:
- Dumpling wrappers
- Ground meat (pork, chicken, or beef)
- Chopped garlic
- Chopped green onions
- Shredded cabbage
- Soy sauce
- Sesame oil
- Salt and pepper
- Cooking oil for frying
Directions:
- In a bowl, mix ground meat, garlic, green onions, cabbage, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
- Place a small amount of the filling in the center of each dumpling wrapper.
- Fold the wrapper in half and pinch the edges to seal.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Place the dumplings in the pan and fry until the bottoms are golden and crispy.
- Add a little water to the pan, cover, and steam for a few minutes to cook the filling through.
- Serve with dipping sauce.
How to Serve Crispy Pan-Fried Dumplings
Serve the crispy pan-fried dumplings hot, straight from the pan. They pair well with soy sauce, vinegar, or any dipping sauce of your choice. You can also add a sprinkle of chopped green onions on top for extra flavor and color.
How to Store Crispy Pan-Fried Dumplings
If you have leftover dumplings, let them cool down first. Then, place them in an airtight container and store them in the refrigerator. They can last for 2-3 days. If you want to keep them for a longer time, you can freeze them. Just make sure to separate them with parchment paper before sealing them in a freezer bag.
Tips to Make Crispy Pan-Fried Dumplings
- Make sure the edges of the dumpling wrappers are well-sealed to prevent filling from leaking out.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying; cook in batches if needed.
- Experiment with different fillings like shrimp, mushrooms, or spinach for variation.
- For extra crispiness, let the dumplings fry a little longer before adding water.
Variation
You can change up the filling based on your taste. Try adding ingredients like carrots, mushrooms, or tofu for a vegetarian option. You can also spice it up with ginger or chili flakes.
FAQs
Can I make dumplings in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the dumplings ahead of time and freeze them. Just cook them from frozen when you’re ready to eat.
What should I serve with dumplings?
Dumplings are great with dipping sauces like soy sauce, vinegar, or even spicy chili oil. You can also serve them with a side of stir-fried vegetables.
How do I know when the dumplings are cooked?
The dumplings are done when the bottoms are golden brown and crispy, and they are fully cooked through after steaming for a few minutes. You can cut one open to check the filling if you’re unsure.
Crispy Pan-Fried Dumplings
Delicious and fun pan-fried dumplings that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, filled with a savory mixture of meat and veggies.
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Dumpling wrappers
- Ground meat (pork, chicken, or beef)
- Chopped garlic
- Chopped green onions
- Shredded cabbage
- Soy sauce
- Sesame oil
- Salt and pepper
- Cooking oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix ground meat, garlic, green onions, cabbage, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
- Place a small amount of the filling in the center of each dumpling wrapper.
- Fold the wrapper in half and pinch the edges to seal.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Place the dumplings in the pan and fry until the bottoms are golden and crispy.
- Add a little water to the pan, cover, and steam for a few minutes to cook the filling through.
- Serve with dipping sauce.
Notes
Make sure the edges of the dumpling wrappers are well-sealed to prevent filling from leaking out. Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying; cook in batches if needed.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 dumplings
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg