Low Fat Classic Meat Dumplings
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of **Low Fat Classic Meat Dumplings**, a lighter twist on a beloved comfort food. These dumplings feature juicy fillings made with lean ground beef or turkey, aromatic garlic, finely chopped onions, and a hint of sesame oil, all wrapped in delicate wonton wrappers. Perfectly browned and gently steamed in a skillet, each bite is a delightful balance of crispy and tender textures. With low-sodium soy sauce and egg whites adding a healthy touch, this recipe offers all the deliciousness of traditional meat dumplings but with fewer calories. Ideal as a snack, appetizer, or main course, these guilt-free dumplings are ready in just 45 minutes, making them a quick and satisfying addition to your meal rotation. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams lean ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce, low sodium
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 egg white
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 30 wonton wrappers
- cooking spray
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the lean ground beef, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, low sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, egg white, chopped green onions, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.
Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface and spoon about 1 teaspoon of the meat mixture into the center of the wrapper.
Dip your finger in water and moisten the edges of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half diagonally to create a triangle. Press the edges to seal. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
Lightly spray a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium heat.
Arrange the dumplings in the skillet in a single layer, making sure they do not touch each other. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the bottoms are lightly golden.
Carefully pour 1/4 cup of water into the skillet and immediately cover with a lid. Reduce the heat to low and allow the dumplings to steam for about 5 minutes, until the meat is cooked through and the wrappers are tender.
Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium again. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to let the dumpling bottoms crisp up once more.
Remove the dumplings from the skillet and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1188 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.9 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 175 mg | 58% | |
| Sodium | 3357 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.7 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 84.8 g | 170% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 187 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 13.7 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 1448 mg | 31% | |
*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.
