Dumplings In De Stew - Spirit Of The Season

pork bones

🥗Healthier: chicken bones

💰Cheaper: beef bones

Chicken bones are leaner and can reduce fat content.

dumpling dough

🥗Healthier: whole wheat dough

💰Cheaper: store-bought dough

Whole wheat dough adds fiber and nutrients.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes

Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant

Add pork bones and brown on all sides for 5-7 minutes

Pour in water to cover the bones and bring to a boil

Reduce heat to low, add bay leaves and thyme, and simmer for 1.5-2 hours

Remove bones and strain the broth, discarding solids

Return the broth to the pot and add diced carrots and potatoes

Simmer until vegetables are tender, about 15-20 minutes

Prepare dumpling dough according to recipe or package instructions

Drop spoonfuls of dumpling dough into the simmering stew

Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes until dumplings are fluffy

Garnish with chopped green onions and parsley before serving

Cooking Techniques

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