Savory Chinese Pork Dumplings Recipe

Learn how to make savory Chinese pork dumplings filled with flavorful ingredients like ground pork, cabbage, and ginger. These dumplings are perfect for a cozy night in or for serving at a gathering with friends and family.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground pork
• 2 cups finely chopped cabbage
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
• 3 green onions, chopped
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 30 round dumpling wrappers
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, cabbage, garlic, ginger, green onions, soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
2. Place a spoonful of the pork mixture in the center of a dumpling wrapper. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water, then fold the wrapper in half and press to seal the edges.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the dumplings in a single layer and cook until the bottoms are golden brown.
4. Add 1/2 cup water to the skillet and cover with a lid. Steam the dumplings for about 8-10 minutes until the filling is cooked through.
5. Remove the lid and let the dumplings cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the bottoms are crispy.
6. Serve the Chinese pork dumplings hot with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.

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