Pan Fried Chinese Dumpling Recipe

This fried chinese dumpling features a crispy texture and meaty filling tastes. It is perfect for any party and works with a number of dips.

1 package Frozen Chinese dumplings, about 20-30 dumplings

2-5 tbsps.vegetable oil

5 cups water

1tbsp.rice vinegar

1tbsp.light soy sauce, low sodium

1tsp.freshlt grated ginger root

1 clove crushed garlic

1tsp.ground black pepper

1. Add 2-5 tbsps.vegetable oil to a non-stick skillet or wok, swirl the oil around to cover the surface evenly. Then heat on medium-high flame until hot, lay 10-16 frozen dumplings out on it and pan fry for 1 minute (P1).

P1

2. Pour into proper quantity of water to just cover half height of the dumplings (P2). Turn up to high heat, cover and cook for about 6-8 minutes.

P2

3. When the dumplings begin to sizzle, or until the water reduced (P3), turn off the heat, remove them to a plate, then chill 1-2 minutes. Serve immediately with dipping sauce if desired (P4&5).

P3

P4

P5
 

1. The dumplings will get browned, don't worry about that.

2. Don't move the dumplings while cooking.They are easily break.

3. Don't take the frozen dumplings out of the freezer too early before cooking, for they melt easily and becomes sticky when you cook.

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