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Chinese Dim Sum Pot Stickers Recipe

Crave authentic, delicious dim sum? This recipe, adapted from Jeff Smith's *The Frugal Gourmet Cooks 3 Ancient Cuisines*, guides you through making pan-fried or steamed pot stickers. Learn to create these flavorful dumplings using readily available dim sum wrappers (round, unlike wonton wrappers). Perfect for a delicious meal, these pot stickers are served with both sweet (plum sauce) and savory dipping sauces for a complete flavor experience. This recipe offers a fantastic introduction to Asian cuisine, even for beginners!

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 14.9 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Chinese Dim Sum Pot Stickers

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How to Make Chinese Dim Sum Pot Stickers

  1. **Prepare the Filling (this will depend on the specific recipe used; below is an example):**
  2. Combine 1 lb ground pork, 1/2 cup finely chopped Napa cabbage, 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1/2 teaspoon ginger (grated), and 1/4 teaspoon white pepper in a large bowl. Mix well.
  3. **Assemble the Dumplings:** Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each dim sum wrapper. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water.
  4. Fold the wrapper in half to form a half-moon shape, pressing the edges firmly to seal. You can crimp the edges for a decorative look (optional).
  5. **Pan-frying:** Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange dumplings in a single layer in the skillet.
  6. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Add 1/2 cup of water to the skillet, cover, and reduce heat to medium-low. Steam for 5-7 minutes, or until the water is evaporated and the dumplings are cooked through.
  8. **Steaming:** Place dumplings in a steamer basket over boiling water. Cover and steam for 8-10 minutes, or until cooked through.
  9. **Serve:** Serve the hot pot stickers immediately with both sweet and salty dipping sauces.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

0g

Carbs

0g

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