Vegan Classic Meat Dumplings
Delight in the satisfying flavors of our Vegan Classic Meat Dumplings, a plant-based twist on a traditional favorite. These golden, pan-fried pockets are packed with a hearty filling of crumbled tofu, earthy mushrooms, and sweet grated carrots, all seasoned with the perfect balance of soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic to deliver umami in every bite. Encased in tender vegan dumpling wrappers, these dumplings are steamed to perfection and then crisped for a delectable texture. Quick to prepare with just 30 minutes of prep time, they make an irresistible appetizer, snack, or main course. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for that extra zing, and watch these vegan dumplings disappear off the plate! Perfect for dumpling lovers, plant-based eaters, and anyone looking for a healthy yet indulgent treat, this recipe is your passport to vegan comfort food at its finest.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 14 ounces extra-firm tofu
- 1 cup button mushrooms
- 1 medium carrot, grated
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 30 pieces vegan dumpling wrappers
- 2 tablespoons plant-based oil for frying
- 0.25 cup water for sealing wrappers
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Begin by draining the extra-firm tofu. Place it between paper towels and put a heavy object on top for about 10 minutes to press out excess water.
2. While the tofu is pressing, finely chop the mushrooms and grate the carrot. Set aside.
3. Crumble the pressed tofu into a large mixing bowl. You should aim for a coarse texture resembling ground meat.
4. Add the chopped mushrooms, grated carrot, chopped green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to the tofu. Mix everything together until well combined.
5. On a clean surface, lay out a few dumpling wrappers. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the filling onto the center of each wrapper.
6. Dip your finger into the water and moisten the edges of the wrapper. Fold the wrapper in half to create a semi-circle, pressing the edges together to seal.
7. Crimp the edges of the wrapper, if desired, for a decorative touch. Repeat for the remaining dumplings.
8. Heat the plant-based oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
9. Place the dumplings in the skillet, flat side down. Cook until the bottoms are golden brown, about 3 minutes.
10. Carefully add 1/4 cup of water to the skillet and cover immediately. Allow the dumplings to steam until the water has evaporated, about 5-6 minutes.
11. Remove the lid and let the dumplings cook for another 2 minutes to crisp up the bottoms again.
12. Serve the dumplings warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2275 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.6 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2782 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 284.1 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.7 g | 117% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 101.8 g | 204% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2965 mg | 228% | |
| Iron | 21.0 mg | 117% | |
| Potassium | 2403 mg | 51% | |
*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.
