Salt Roads Recipe
Jiǎozi
Dumplings
China
Servings
4
Prep
35 mins
Cook
10 mins
Total
45 mins
Ingredients
Dumpling wrappers (or homemade dough from flour and water)
300 g minced pork or preferred protein
A handful of finely chopped Chinese chives, cabbage, or spring onions
1 clove garlic minced
1 teaspoon ginger minced
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
Salt and white pepper to taste
A little oil for pan-frying if making guōtiē
Black vinegar for serving
Steps
Mix the minced pork with the chopped vegetables, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and white pepper until the filling becomes sticky and well combined.
Place a small spoonful of filling in the centre of each wrapper, fold it in half, and pinch or pleat the edges to seal, ensuring no air is trapped inside.
To boil, drop the dumplings into simmering water; when they float and the wrappers turn glossy, cook for a minute longer before removing.
For pan-fried dumplings, warm a little oil in a pan, add the dumplings flat-side down, and fry until the bottoms turn golden; add a splash of water, cover, and steam until cooked through.
Serve hot with black vinegar, chilli oil, or soy-vinegar dipping sauce.