Vegetarian Pan-Fried Dumplings
Discover the irresistible charm of Vegetarian Pan-Fried Dumplings, a delightfully crispy yet tender recipe perfect for your next appetizer or main dish. These dumplings are packed with a flavorful filling of finely shredded cabbage, carrots, shiitake mushrooms, green onions, crumbled tofu, fresh ginger, and garlic, seasoned to perfection with soy sauce and sesame oil. Pan-fried to golden-brown perfection, then steamed for a soft, melt-in-your-mouth finish, these dumplings deliver a harmonious balance of textures that will leave you craving more. Crafted with store-bought dumpling wrappers for ease, this recipe is a 50-minute journey from start to plate, ideal for veggie lovers and fans of Asian-inspired cuisine. Serve these savory bites with your favorite dipping sauce for a dish that's as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for entertaining or satisfying a weeknight craving, these vegetarian dumplings are sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups, finely shredded cabbage
- 1 medium, grated carrot
- 1 cup, finely chopped shiitake mushrooms
- 3 stalks, finely sliced green onions
- 1 cup, crumbled tofu
- 1 tablespoon, freshly grated ginger
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 36 pieces dumpling wrappers
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the finely shredded cabbage, grated carrot, chopped shiitake mushrooms, sliced green onions, crumbled tofu, grated ginger, and minced garlic.
Add soy sauce and sesame oil to the vegetable mixture and stir well to combine.
Take a dumpling wrapper and place about one tablespoon of filling in the center.
Wet the edges of the wrapper with a little water and fold it in half to create a half-moon shape. Press down on the edges to seal, ensuring there are no air pockets. You can pleat the edges for a more traditional look.
Repeat the filling and folding process with the remaining dumpling wrappers.
In a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, heat one tablespoon of vegetable oil.
Place half of the dumplings in a single layer in the skillet, flat side down. Cook for about 2-3 minutes or until the bottoms are golden brown and crispy.
Carefully add 2 tablespoons of water to the skillet, cover with a lid, and reduce heat to medium. Steam the dumplings for 3-4 minutes or until the water evaporates.
Remove the lid and allow the dumplings to cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to crisp up the bottoms again if desired.
Repeat the cooking process with the remaining dumplings, adding more oil as needed.
Serve the vegetarian pan-fried dumplings hot with your choice of dipping sauce, such as soy sauce, chili oil, or ponzu.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5867 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.1 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.9 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8473 mg | 368% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1117.4 g | 406% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 51.2 g | 183% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.3 g | ||
| Protein | 189.9 g | 380% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1342 mg | 103% | |
| Iron | 51.4 mg | 286% | |
| Potassium | 2592 mg | 55% | |
*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.
