Who knew making Dumplings at home could be this easy?

With a few simple ingredients and the help of a blender, you’ll have flavorful, juicy Homemade Dumplings ready in no time.

Whether steamed or pan-fried, these are bound to be a hit!

Ingredients

Dumplings:

1 lb ground pork
10 pcs shrimp (optional)
1 whole carrot
2 onions
1 bulb garlic
1 tsp salt
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 packs dumpling wrappers

Chili sauce:

4 bulbs garlic
10 red chilies
2 cups oil

Dumpling sauce:

1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sugar
1/2 tbsp sesame seeds
1/4 cup chili oil
2 tbsp green onions

Instructions

Step 1: Blend pork, shrimp, carrot, onions, and garlic in a blender until finely minced.

Step 2: Add salt, soy sauce, oyster sauce, black pepper, sesame oil, and cornstarch to the mixture. Mix well.

Step 3: Spoon filling onto each dumpling wrapper and fold to seal the edges.

Step 4: Steam or pan-fry the dumplings until fully cooked, about 10-15 minutes.

Step 5: For chili sauce, blend garlic and chilies, then cook in oil over low heat until fragrant.

Step 6: For dumpling sauce, mix soy sauce, sugar, sesame seeds, chili oil, and green onions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I use chicken instead of pork?

Yes, ground chicken works well as a substitute for pork.

2. How can I make the dumplings spicier?

Add more chilies to the filling or increase the chili oil in the dipping sauce.

3. Can I freeze the dumplings?

Yes, freeze the uncooked dumplings in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer bag for later use.

4. How do I keep the dumpling wrappers from drying out?

Cover them with a damp towel while you work to prevent them from drying out.

5. What’s the best way to cook the dumplings?

You can steam, boil, or pan-fry them, depending on your preference.