How to fold dumplings
There are
tons of different ways to fold dumplings, but I will describe three different
simple folding ideas so that you’ll be able to put together your dumplings.
Don’t worry if they look beautiful or not, what matters is how yummy they’ll be
when they’re done! For all the dumplings, make sure you have dumpling wrappers,
a small bowl of water, a plate for the wrapped dumplings, and a nice bowl of
your filling!
Crescent
Moon
This is the
simplest of them all! Place 1-2 tsp filling in the center of the wrapper, use
your finger to wipe some water along the rim of the wrapper, and fold the
wrapper in half. Gently but firmly pinch the dumpling shut so that the dumpling
won’t break while cooking. You’re all set!
Ruffled
This one is a
bit more complicated, but still fairly simple! It’ll take you a bit of
practice, but you’ll get the hang of it! Repeat the process above for the
Crescent, then fold the sealed edges (where you just sealed the dumpling shut)
like a paper fan. Make sure you squeeze shut so that the ruffles stay together.
Done!
Tortellini
This one is
more complicated as well, but it’s super adorable and gets easier with
practice. Create the Crescent, and then sit the dumpling up so that it stands
on its own with the sealed edges pointing upward. Bring the two tips on the
sides over, overlap them and seal with water. You now should have something
that looks like a tortellini!
How to fry dumplings
Frying
dumplings could never be easier! You just have to set everything up and let it
sit for the allotted time, and then you’re done! To start, get a non-stick
frying pan with a lid, cover the bottom with oil, and begin arranging the
dumplings on the bottom of the pan (it’s okay if they’re touching each other).
Add 3 tbsp water, set the pan over medium heat, and cover. Just let the
dumplings cook now. Once you hear a popping sound coming from the pan, set your
timer for 7 minutes. Once that time is up, evacuate the dumplings off the pan
and onto a plate. And look at that, you’re all done!!! If you need to keep them
warm, tent the dumpling plate with foil and place in a 200ºF oven. They’ll stay
warm and yummy as you make more dumplings!
How to steam dumplings
This is a
very simple way to cook your dumplings! Steaming is always used for soup
dumplings, but this method can also be used for any dumpling you’d like! You’ll
need a steaming basket to do this, so make sure you get one. They aren’t
expensive and are definitely worth the purchase. To start, line the bottom of
the steaming basket with Napa Cabbage leaves, and then place the dumplings on
top of the leaves, making sure they don’t touch each other. Place the steaming
basket over a wide pot of simmering water and steam for 8 minutes. Keep the
dumplings in the steam basket when serving; it adds to the effect!
Sauce ideas
There are two
common-but-popular sauces that are excellent pairings for all the dumpling
recipes I’ll be putting up soon, so I’ll be sharing those with you! Enjoy!
SOY-VINEGAR
DIP
Ingredients:
·
¼
cup soy sauce
·
2
tbsp rice wine vinegar
·
1
garlic clove, crushed
·
¼
tsp black pepper
Combine
all the ingredients with 2 tbsp water. Store in the fridge until ready to
use/eat!
TOASTED SESAME-SOY
DIP
Ingredients:
·
¼
cup soy sauce
·
2
tbsp rice wing vinegar
·
1
tsp toasted sesame oil
·
1
garlic clove, crushed
·
1
tsp toasted sesame seeds
·
1.5
tsp chili oil
·
Pinch
of black pepper
Combine
all the ingredients with 2 tbsp water. Store in the fridge until ready to
use/eat!
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