Q: Can I use a different type of meat for this recipe?
A: Yes, you can substitute the pork with chicken, beef, or even a vegetarian filling if preferred.
Q: Is it necessary to use all the specific brands of seasonings listed?
A: No, you can use similar seasonings available to you. The specific brands mentioned can be substituted with your preferred ones.
Q: How do I ensure my dumplings are juicy?
A: Making sure the filling is well-seasoned and not overcooking the dumplings are key factors for juicy dumplings.
Pork and Cabbage Dumplings
Notes
Ingredients:
- Pork mince: 500g
- Cabbage: 1/4 head
- Green onion: 1/2 stalk
- Dumpling wrappers: as needed
- Salt (for cabbage): 8g
- Seasoning for meat filling:
- --- Cooking wine: 20g
- --- Scallop sauce: 15g
- --- Reduced salt oyster sauce: 15g
- --- Cornstarch: 10g
- --- Reduced salt soy sauce: 15g
- --- Eggs: 2
- --- Sichuan peppercorn oil: 20g
- Finely chop the cabbage and salt it to draw out moisture.
- Prepare the pork mince.
- Add the seasoning to the pork.
- Add the chopped green onions.
- Mix well.
- Squeeze the excess water from the cabbage and add it to the meat mixture.
- Use ready-made dumpling wrappers.
- Stir the filling until it becomes sticky.
- Place the filling in the dumpling wrappers.
- Wrap the dumplings according to your preference.
- Boil water and cook the dumplings.
- The dumplings should be juicy and flavorful.
- Show the finished product.
- Calories: Varies based on ingredients and serving sizes.
- Protein: High (from pork and eggs).
- Fiber: Present (from cabbage).
- Carbohydrates: Present (from dumpling wrappers).
- Fat: Moderate (depends on pork fat content and oil used).
