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Crispy Prosperity Pork and Cabbage Dumplings

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These dumplings feature a crispy bottom with a juicy pork and crunchy cabbage filling, perfect for a quick, comforting meal that impresses with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground pork (preferably slightly fatty blend)
  • 2 cups finely shredded green cabbage (about 150g)
  • 3 stalks green onions, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine or dry sherry (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper
  • About 40 round dumpling wrappers (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or peanut oil (for frying)
  • ½ cup water (120ml, for steaming)
  • Optional dipping sauce: 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, chili flakes or chili oil to taste, sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix 1 lb ground pork with 2 cups finely shredded green cabbage, 3 chopped green onions, 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine (optional), ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon white pepper. Combine thoroughly until the mixture feels sticky and well blended, about 5 minutes.
  3. Place a dumpling wrapper on a clean surface. Dip your fingertip in water and moisten the edge of the wrapper.
  4. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of filling into the center. Fold the wrapper in half and press edges together to seal, pleating if desired. Ensure no air pockets.
  5. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling, keeping wrappers covered with a damp towel to prevent drying.
  6. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  7. Arrange dumplings in a single layer, flat side down, without overcrowding. Fry for 2-3 minutes until bottoms are golden and crisp.
  8. Carefully pour ½ cup water into the skillet, cover immediately with a tight-fitting lid, and steam for 5-6 minutes until water evaporates and filling is cooked.
  9. Remove lid and cook for another 1-2 minutes to re-crisp the bottoms.
  10. Transfer dumplings to a plate and serve immediately with optional dipping sauce.

Notes

Keep wrappers covered with a damp towel to prevent drying. Use water at room temperature for steaming. Avoid overcrowding the pan. Freeze uncooked dumplings on a baking sheet before transferring to a freezer bag for make-ahead convenience. Reheat in skillet with lid to restore crispiness; avoid microwaving.

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