How to make dumplings
Dumplings are a traditional Chinese dish that are enjoyed all over the world. They are typically made with a filling of meat and vegetables, wrapped in a thin layer of dough and then boiled or steamed. Here's a simple recipe for making dumplings at home.
Ingredients
To make dumplings, you will need:
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 cup finely chopped cabbage
- 1/2 cup finely chopped scallions
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 package dumpling wrappers
Instructions
Follow these steps to make delicious dumplings:
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground pork, cabbage, scallions, soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch until well combined.
- Place a small spoonful of the filling in the center of a dumpling wrapper.
- Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water.
- Fold the wrapper in half and pinch the edges together to seal.
- Repeat with the remaining filling and wrappers.
- To cook the dumplings, bring a large pot of water to a boil.
- Add the dumplings and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until they float to the surface.
Once the dumplings are cooked, you can serve them with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy!