Savor the harmony of flavors in these delightful Vegan Rice Dumplings with Savory Filling, a plant-based twist on traditional steamed dumplings that's perfect for any occasion. Made with glutinous rice flour, the silky, chewy dough encases a vibrant, savory filling of finely diced carrots, mushrooms, green peas, and fragrant aromatics like garlic, ginger, and scallions, all enhanced by a splash of soy sauce and sesame oil for irresistible umami notes. These dumplings are steamed to perfection, resulting in a translucent, tender texture that beautifully complements the comforting vegetable medley inside. Easy to prepare with simple, wholesome ingredients, these dumplings make a great appetizer or a light main dish. Serve them hot with soy sauce on the side for dipping, and watch them disappear in no time. Ideal for vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diets, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a flavorful spin on Asian-inspired comfort food.
In a mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour and water. Stir until a smooth dough forms. Cover with a damp cloth and set aside for 15 minutes.
Heat the sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and ginger and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the diced carrots and chopped mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the green peas, soy sauce, scallions, salt, and white pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes, then remove from heat and let it cool.
Divide the rice dough into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and flatten it into a circle about 2 inches in diameter.
Place a small spoonful of the vegetable filling into the center of each dough circle. Carefully fold the edges over the filling and pinch to seal, forming a dumpling shape.
Prepare a steamer and bring the water to a boil. Line the steamer basket with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Place the dumplings in the steamer basket, ensuring they are not touching each other.
Cover and steam the dumplings over medium-high heat for 10-12 minutes, or until the dough turns translucent.
Remove the dumplings from the steamer and serve hot with additional soy sauce for dipping, if desired.
Calories |
1035 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 19.8 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2530 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.6 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 23.6 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1018 mg | 22% | |
*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.