Pork and Chive Dumplings

pork

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

dumpling wrappers

🥗Healthier: rice paper

💰Cheaper: wonton wrappers

Wonton wrappers are often more accessible and less expensive.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more affordable and neutral in flavor.

chives

🥗Healthier: green onions

💰Cheaper: scallions

Scallions offer a similar flavor profile at a lower cost.

In a large mixing bowl, combine dumpling filling ingredients. Mix well until a thick paste is formed. I find using a clean hand to mix is the most efficient way to do this.

To fold the dumplings, watch my how-to video in the post above. This recipe makes approximately 30 plump dumplings.

Once all the dumplings have been folded, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Divide and cook about half of the dumplings at a time. To cook, add about 15 dumplings into boiling water and cook on high heat, undisturbed (otherwise the dumplings will break apart).

The dumplings are ready once they float to the top. This will take about 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer cooked dumplings onto a large plate with a slotted spoon and repeat for the second batch.

To serve, eat as is or with a fragrant homemade chilli oil!

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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