Homemade Pan-Fried Chinese Dumplings

Learn how to make flavorful Chinese dumplings filled with savory meat and vegetables, pan-fried to perfection. These crispy dumplings are a popular dish for gatherings or as a tasty appetizer. Follow the steps below to create your own homemade pan-fried Chinese dumplings.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground pork
• 2 cups finely chopped napa cabbage
• 1/2 cup chopped green onions
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp ginger, minced
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper
• 1 package round dumpling wrappers
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 cup water

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix together ground pork, napa cabbage, green onions, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, salt, and pepper.
2. Place a small spoonful of the filling in the center of a dumpling wrapper.
3. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water and fold it in half, pressing the edges together to seal the dumpling.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Place dumplings in the skillet in a single layer, making sure they are not touching.
6. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown.
7. Carefully pour water into the skillet and cover with a lid.
8. Steam the dumplings for 8-10 minutes or until the water evaporates.
9. Remove the lid and continue cooking until the bottoms are crisp and golden brown.
10. Serve the pan-fried Chinese dumplings with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.

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