Lai Lai Hunan Dumplings
Discover the bold and irresistible flavors of Lai Lai Hunan Dumplings—a beloved classic from Hunan cuisine that’s perfect for impressing guests or satisfying your own craving for authentic comfort food. These handmade dumplings feature a savory filling of perfectly seasoned ground pork infused with the zing of garlic, ginger, green onions, and a kick of chili paste. Encased in tender dumpling wrappers, they're boiled to perfection and paired with a tantalizing dipping sauce made with Hunan chili oil, rice vinegar, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe offers a delightful blend of spice, umami, and texture, making it a must-try for any dumpling enthusiast. Perfect for weeknights or special gatherings, these dumplings are your ticket to a restaurant-quality experience at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground pork
- 4 stalks Green onion
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Ginger
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon Chili paste
- 40 pieces Dumpling wrappers
- 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Hunan chili oil
- 1 teaspoon Brown sugar
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Finely chop the green onions and mince the garlic and ginger.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, chili paste, and cornstarch. Mix until the filling is well combined.
Take one dumpling wrapper and place it in the palm of your hand. Add about one teaspoon of the filling to the center of the wrapper.
Dip your finger in water and run it along the edges of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half to create a half-moon shape, pressing firmly to seal the edges. Pleat the edges if desired for decoration.
Repeat this process with the remaining wrappers and filling.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Carefully add the dumplings in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Cook for 6-8 minutes or until the dumplings float to the surface.
In a small bowl, mix together the rice vinegar, Hunan chili oil, and brown sugar to create the dipping sauce.
Remove the cooked dumplings with a slotted spoon and serve immediately with the dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
7400 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 174.1 g | 223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.6 g | 243% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 408 mg | 136% | |
| Sodium | 9854 mg | 428% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1222.5 g | 445% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.3 g | 155% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 282.5 g | 565% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 625 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 46.1 mg | 256% | |
| Potassium | 1555 mg | 33% | |
*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.
