Zhong Dumplings Zhong Sui Jiao Recipe

Ingredients for Zhong Dumplings Zhong Sui Jiao

• Dumpling wrappers (amount depends on filling)
• Fresh Ginger
• Egg
• Shaoxing Wine
• Salt
• Fresh Ground Black Pepper
• 1 lb ground pork
• Light Soy Sauce
• 1 tbsp sugar
• Chili Oil
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• Garlic Cloves
• Cold Water

How to Make Zhong Dumplings Zhong Sui Jiao

1. Prepare the dumpling dough according to your preferred recipe or use store-bought wrappers.
2. Prepare the dumpling filling: Mix ground pork (1 lb), finely chopped Napa cabbage (1 cup), finely chopped scallions (2 tbsp), ginger (1 tbsp, minced), garlic (1 tbsp, minced), soy sauce (2 tbsp), sesame oil (1 tbsp), and a pinch of salt and pepper.
3. Assemble the dumplings: Fill each wrapper with a spoonful of filling, moisten the edges with water, and carefully seal.
4. Prepare the sauce: In a saucepan, heat vegetable oil (2 tbsp) over medium heat. Add dried chilies (2 tbsp), Sichuan peppercorns (1 tbsp), and star anise (2). Stir-fry until fragrant (about 1 minute).
5. Add minced garlic (2 cloves), minced ginger (1 tbsp), and finely chopped scallions (2 tbsp). Stir-fry for another minute until fragrant.
6. Pour in soy sauce (1/4 cup), rice vinegar (2 tbsp), sugar (1 tbsp), and chicken broth (1/2 cup). Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
7. Cook the dumplings: Boil a pot of salted water. Gently add the dumplings and cook until they float to the surface (about 8-10 minutes).
8. Serve: Drain the dumplings and toss them gently in the spicy sauce. Garnish with chopped scallions and serve immediately.
9. Enjoy the fiery deliciousness!