Crispy Cabbage Dumplings with Soy Dipping Sauce
Indulge in these crispy cabbage dumplings, a perfect blend of crunchy texture and savory filling. Each bite is a delightful explosion of flavors, enhanced by a tangy soy dipping sauce. Ideal for gatherings or cozy nights at home, this easy-to-follow recipe will impress your family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 (12 dumplings) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh green cabbage, finely chopped
- 1 cup ground pork (or turkey/tofu)
- 2 tsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 20 dumpling wrappers
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the chopped cabbage, ground pork, soy sauce, green onions, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch until well combined.
- Place about one tablespoon of the filling in the center of each dumpling wrapper. Wet the edges with water and fold to seal tightly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry dumplings in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes on each side.
- For the dipping sauce, combine soy sauce with a splash of rice vinegar and sesame oil in a small bowl.
- Serve warm with the dipping sauce on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 dumplings (approximately 135g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Add extra ginger or garlic for more flavor depth. Substitute cabbage with bok choy or shredded carrots for variety. Freeze uncooked dumplings and steam them directly from frozen when ready to enjoy.