Steamed Dumplings

By bella

20 minutes
15-20 minutes
4

Ingredients

For the Dumplings:

  • 24 dumpling wrappers (store-bought or homemade)

  • 1/2 lb ground pork or chicken

  • 1 cup finely chopped cabbage

  • 1/4 cup finely chopped scallions

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Dipping Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce

  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil

  • 1/2 teaspoon chili oil or red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

  • In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, cabbage, scallions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully combined.

  • Place a dumpling wrapper on a flat surface. Add about 1 teaspoon of filling to the center of the wrapper. Wet the edges with water and fold into a half-moon shape, pinching or pleating the edges to seal. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.

  • Fill the rice cooker’s steaming basket with parchment paper or a lightly greased liner to prevent sticking. Arrange the dumplings in a single layer, ensuring they don’t touch.

  • Add water to the rice cooker’s main pot (according to manufacturer instructions for steaming). Place the steaming basket on top and secure the lid.

  • Set the rice cooker to the "steam" function and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the dumplings are fully cooked, and the filling reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

  • While the dumplings are steaming, prepare the dipping sauce by whisking together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and chili oil in a small bowl.

  • Serve the dumplings hot with the dipping sauce on the side. Garnish with additional chopped scallions if desired.

Tips:

  • Swap ground pork or chicken for shrimp, tofu, or mushrooms for a vegetarian option.

  • Avoid overcrowding the steamer to allow even cooking. Steam in batches if necessary.

  • Dumplings can be frozen before steaming for quick meals later; steam them directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.

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