Dumplings (Jiaozi)

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Dumplings (Jiaozi)

Yield: 20

Author: Jen Cartier

Prep time: 20 MinCook time: 7 MinTotal time: 27 Min

Dumplings are a must-have during Chinese New Year, especially in Northern China. Their shape resembles ancient gold ingots, symbolizing wealth and prosperity. Families often gather to make dumplings together, and some even hide a coin inside one for good luck!

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Ingredients

What you need:

• 1 lb ground pork or chicken (or vegetarian filling)
• 1/2 cup shredded cabbage
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• Dumpling wrappers
• Chopped green onions, for garnish

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix the ground meat, shredded cabbage, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil until well combined.
2. Place a small spoonful of the filling in the center of each dumpling wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half and pinch the edges to seal.
3. Boil or steam the dumplings until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Serve with soy sauce or a dipping sauce made with vinegar and chilli oil.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

68

Fat

6 g

Sat. Fat

2 g

Carbs

0 g

Fiber

0 g

Net carbs

0 g

Sugar

0 g

Protein

4 g

Sodium

114 mg

Cholesterol

16 mg

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