Asian Style Fried Dumpling Appetizers Food

PAN FRIED DUMPLINGS

Steps:

• Make dumpling filling. In a bowl, combine ground pork, prawns, chives, spring onion, minced ginger, sesame oil, Shaoxing wine, white pepper and salt together until well mixed.
• Fold dumpling. Take a wrapper and place a tablespoon of filling onto the centre. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water. Fold the dumpling into a half-moon shape. Crimp the edges and pinch it together to seal it tightly. Place dumplings on a plate lined with parchment paper.
• Pan Fry the dumplings. In a pan on medium heat, heat 2 tbsp oil and fry dumplings for 2 -3 minutes, until the bottom turns light brown. To the same pan, increase to high heat and add 30ml water. Cover the pan to steam for 3 -5 minutes until water has completely evaporated.
• Plate.In a sauce dish, add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp black vinegar, ½ tsp sesame oil and 10 g julienned ginger.

ASIAN-STYLE FRIED DUMPLING APPETIZERS

Steps:

• Prepare a large baking sheet that has been dusted with cornstarch.
• In a large bowl mix together the first 10 ingredients (ground pork through the 2 tablespoons cornstarch) mix well with a wooden spoon to combine.
• Place 1 tablespoon filling into the center of each dumpling skin/wrapper.
• Moisten the edge with a little water, then fold over to enclose the filling.
• Press edges to seal, then transfer to the baking sheet or tray that has been dusted with cornstarch.
• Heat a wok or skillet then add in oil; heat to 350 degrees.
• Add in 6-7 dumplings and fry turning constantly until a deep golden colour (about 4 minutes).
• Remove and drain briefly in a colinder; transfer to paper towels.
• Serve with chili sauce.