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Traditional Chinese Pork and Cabbage Dumplings

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Learn to make authentic Chinese pork and cabbage dumplings from scratch, including homemade wrappers and freezing instructions. Perfect for Lunar New Year or any weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1/2 pound Napa cabbage, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 package round dumpling wrappers (about 50)
  • Water, for sealing

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground pork, chopped Napa cabbage, green onions, soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, sesame oil, grated ginger, salt, and white pepper. Mix well until thoroughly combined.
  2. To make the wrappers (optional, if not using store-bought): Combine 2 cups all-purpose flour with 3/4 cup warm water. Knead until a smooth dough forms. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes. Roll out thinly and cut into 3-inch circles.
  3. Place about 1 tablespoon of the pork filling in the center of a dumpling wrapper.
  4. Dip your finger in water and moisten the edge of the wrapper.
  5. Fold the wrapper in half to create a half-moon shape. Pleat the edges to seal, ensuring no air pockets remain. You can find many pleating tutorials online.
  6. Repeat with the remaining filling and wrappers.
  7. To cook boiled dumplings: Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil. Carefully add dumplings, ensuring they don’t stick together. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they float and the filling is cooked through.
  8. To freeze dumplings: Place uncooked dumplings in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag. Cook from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the boiling time.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can add a tablespoon of oyster sauce to the filling.
  • Experiment with different dipping sauces, such as a mixture of soy sauce, black vinegar, and chili oil.
  • These dumplings are also delicious pan-fried (potstickers) or steamed.

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