Jiaozi

Jiaozi

Jiaozi, also known as Chinese dumplings, are a popular dish made with a flavorful filling wrapped in a thin dough and then steamed or pan-fried.

Ingredients

  • Vegetable oil (2 tablespoons)
  • Water (1/4 cup)
  • Wonton wrappers (40 wrappers)
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • Sesame oil (1 tablespoon)
  • Soy sauce (2 tablespoons)
  • Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
  • Ginger (1 tablespoon, grated)
  • Green onions (2, finely chopped)
  • Napa cabbage (1 cup, finely chopped)
  • Shrimp (1/2 pound, peeled and deveined)
  • Ground pork (1/2 pound)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, shrimp, napa cabbage, green onions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  2. Place a small spoonful of the filling in the center of a wonton wrapper. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water.
  3. Fold the wrapper in half to form a half-moon shape, then pinch the edges together to seal. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
  4. To steam the jiaozi, place them in a steamer basket lined with parchment paper. Steam for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through.
  5. To pan-fry the jiaozi, heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the jiaozi in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottoms are golden brown.
  6. Add water to the skillet, cover, and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes, or until the jiaozi are cooked through and the water has evaporated.
  7. Serve the jiaozi hot with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.

Dietary Information

Dish Type: Appetizer • Prep Time: 60 minutes • Cook Time: 20 minutes • Calories: 250 • Fat: 8g • Carbs: 35g • Protein: 10g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 2g