Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Edamame Dumplings—an easy, plant-forward appetizer that's bursting with vibrant flavors and rich textures. Featuring a velvety filling made from tender edamame, aromatic scallions, garlic, and ginger blended with creamy cream cheese, these dumplings are perfectly balanced by a touch of soy sauce and toasted sesame oil. Wrapped in delicate dumpling wrappers, they can be pan-fried for a crispy bottom and then steamed to tender perfection in just minutes. Whether served with a splash of soy sauce or a drizzle of chili oil, these homemade dumplings are a crowd-pleaser that's ideal for dinner parties, cozy nights in, or as a unique addition to your Asian-inspired recipe repertoire. With just 30 minutes of prep time, these dumplings are a quick and impressive way to elevate your next meal.
1. In a small saucepan, bring water to a boil and cook the edamame for 3-4 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
2. In a food processor, combine cooked edamame, scallions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, cream cheese, and salt. Process until smooth, pausing to scrape down the sides if necessary.
3. Lay out the dumpling wrappers on a clean work surface. Place about 1 teaspoon of the edamame filling in the center of each wrapper.
4. Dip your finger in water and lightly moisten the edge of one wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half to create a half-moon shape, pressing the edges firmly to seal. Optionally, pleat the edges for a decorative effect. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
5. To cook the dumplings: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil (optional). Arrange the dumplings in a single layer without overcrowding. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown.
6. Carefully add 2-3 tablespoons of water to the pan and immediately cover with a lid. Let the dumplings steam for 3-4 minutes or until the wrappers are tender and cooked through.
7. Repeat with remaining dumplings if cooking in batches.
8. Serve hot with soy sauce, chili oil, or your favorite dipping sauce on the side.
Calories |
3905 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 65.2 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.1 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 32 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 6363 mg | 277% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 745.0 g | 271% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.9 g | 125% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 124.3 g | 249% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 411 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 29.3 mg | 163% | |
| Potassium | 1748 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.