There are just so many ways to make dumplings... steam, pan-fried and boiling. The shapes of the dumplings also come in different shapes and sizes... round, crescent-shaped, pleated edges and pinched little pillows. Savoury or sweet .... pork, chicken, prawns, etc just so many ingredients you can add to a dumpling. Even the dumpling wrappers are made differently according to what type of dumpling you make.
I've made dumplings before but this time I tried using fresh pre-made wrappers and deep frying the dumplings. A quick snack after school to fill those hungry tummys!
Deep Fried Dumplings
100 g mince chicken (you can also you pork or even a mixture of the two)
1 tsp grated ginger
1 clove of garlic, minced
1 tbsp oyster sauce
1/2 tbsp Shaoxing wine / rice wine
1/2 tsp sugar
1/2 tbsp Shaoxing wine / rice wine
1/2 tsp sugar
1 tbsp coriander, chopped
1 tbsp spring onions, chopped
salt and pepper
1 packet of freshly made round wanton wrappers
oil for deep frying
1. In a bowl, add all the ingredients and combine well.
2. Open the packet of freshly made wrappers and pour a little water in a small bowl to use to seal the edges.
3. Using a teaspoon, spoon in a heaped spoonful into the centre of the wrapper and wet the edges of the wrapper and press and seal the edges. Arrange the dumplings on a plate ready for deep frying.
4. Heat the oil for deep frying and fry the dumplings in batches. Fry until it is golden about a minute or less on each side. Drain dumplings on some paper towel and arrange on a plate for serving. Serve with a Soy Garlic Sauce.
Soy Garlic Sauce
150 ml light soy sauce
50 ml water
1 tsp sugar
2 tbsp minced garlic
1. Combine all the ingredients in a saucepan and bring it to the boil. Lower the heat and cook until the garlic is soften, about another 3 - 5 mins. Remove from heat and serve.
these look so good.......I have some wonton wrappers in the freezer I have been wondering what to do with....this would be perfect!!
ReplyDeleteThanks... the kids gobbled them up and there was none left for dad.
ReplyDeleteWonton wrappers are so easy to cook.