How to Make Taiwanese Dumplings - A Step-by-Step Guide

Taiwanese dumplings, also known as xiao long bao, are a popular and delicious delicacy in Taiwanese cuisine. These small, steamed dumplings are filled with a savory and juicy pork filling, wrapped in a delicate, thin dough, and then carefully steamed to perfection. They are typically served with a side of black vinegar and shredded ginger, adding a tangy and refreshing contrast to the rich and flavorful dumplings.

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Ingredients

  • 2 heads napa cabbage, finely chopped
  • 1 bunch cilantro, chopped
  • 2 pounds ground pork
  • 3 jalapeno peppers, minced
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 (2 inch) piece ginger root, peeled and minced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 3 (16 ounce) packages potsticker wrappers, or more as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 20
  • Yield: 100 dumplings

  • Spread cabbage and cilantro over a clean dish towel. Gather up towel and squeeze out as much moisture from cabbage as possible.
  • Transfer cabbage and cilantro to a large bowl. Add pork, jalapeño peppers, egg whites, ginger, and sesame oil. Mix thoroughly with your hands. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Line 2 baking sheets with waxed paper. Fill a small bowl with water.
  • Hold a potsticker wrapper in the palm of your hand. Place a tablespoonful pork mixture in the center. Dip a finger in water and wet the edges of the wrapper. Fold up edges and pinch together to seal. Transfer dumpling to the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining wrappers and pork mixture.
  • Place dumplings in the freezer until firm, about 2 hours. Transfer to large resealable plastic bags and store in the freezer.
  • Nutrition

    305 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 36mg
    • Sodium: 426mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 13mg
    • Calcium: 76mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 299mg

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