Chinese Meat Dumplings: A Delicious and Versatile Recipe for Busy Women

As a busy woman, I know how important it is to have quick and easy meals on hand. That’s why I love Chinese meat dumplings. They’re delicious, versatile, and can be made ahead of time, frozen and defrosted for cooking whenever we want a quick and easy meal.

Meat dumplings are a popular dish in Chinese cuisine. They’re made with a simple filling of ground pork, vegetables, and spices, and are then wrapped in thin dumpling wrappers. Chinese dumplings can be cooked in a variety of ways, including deep frying, boiling, or steaming.

Why Chinese Meat Dumplings Are Perfect for Busy Women

Chinese meat dumplings are perfect for busy women because they’re:

• Quick and easy to make: The filling can be made in minutes, and the dumplings can be assembled and cooked in just a few more minutes.
• Versatile: Meat dumplings can be served as a main course, appetizer, or snack. They can also be used in soups and stir-fries.
• Make-ahead: Meat dumplings can be made ahead of time and frozen for later. This makes them a great option for busy weeknights.

They can be made to the exact size that we want. Big or small. Easy to eat even for little hands. A perfect combination of meat and vegetables, Chinese meat dumpling is a full meal on its own. Even has a little side carbs for the skin. The silky smooth skin which can be bought in any Chinatown supermarkets is easy to bite and soaks up the delightful liquid that it is served in. 

Delicious Ideas for Chinese Meat Dumplings

Still not super convinced about the versatility of Chinese meat dumplings? Here are 5 delicious recipe ideas that has Chinese meat dumplings as the star of the show:

• Dumpling soup – This is a classic dish that is simple to make yet incredibly delicious. Simply boil the dumplings in a broth of your choice, and then serve with your favorite toppings, such as green onions, cilantro, and sriracha sauce.
• Dumpling stir-fry – This is a quick and easy way to use up leftover dumplings. Simply stir-fry the dumplings with your favorite vegetables and a sauce of your choice.
• Dumpling salad – This is a light and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer meal. Simply deep fry the dumplings and toss  with your favorite salad greens and vegetables, and then top with a dressing of your choice.
• Dry dumpling noodle – This is another classic that is a favorite for kids. Simply deep fry the dumplings and serve with noodles tossed with soy sauce. 
• Spicy dumpling in chili oil – this dish is so satisfying with the delicious dumplings and spiciness from chili oil. Steam the dumplings and pour soy sauce and chili oil sauce over the dumplings. Garnish the dumplings with chopped spring onions. So good on its own or with rice. 

Recipe for Chinese Meat Dumplings

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground pork
• 1 medium onion, grated
• 1 medium carrots, grated
• 2 stalks green onion or chives, chopped
• 3 Chinese mushrooms, rehydrated, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, grates
• 1 thumb sized ginger, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/4 teaspoon light soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 pack dumpling wrappers

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, onion, carrots, mushrooms, green onion, garlic, ginger, salt, pepper, sesame oil, soy sauce, and oyster sauce. Mix well to combine and mix further until the gelatin of the pork has slightly melted and the mixture has become sticky. 
2. Place a wonton wrapper in the palm of your hand. Spoon a small amount of the filling into the center of the wrapper.
3. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water. Fold the wrapper in half, and then crimple the sides together. Press the edges together to seal.
4. Repeat steps 2-3 to make the remaining dumplings.
5. If you are frying the dumplings, heat some oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the dumplings in batches until golden brown and cooked through.
6. If you are boiling the dumplings, bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the dumplings and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until cooked through.
7. Serve the dumplings immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Tips for Making Wonton Meat Dumplings:

• For a richer flavor, use a combination of ground pork and ground beef.
• To make the dumplings ahead of time, assemble them as directed and then freeze them on a baking sheet. Once they are frozen solid, transfer them to a freezer bag. To cook the frozen dumplings, simply boil them for 7-9 minutes, or until cooked through.
• Dumplings can be served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as soy sauce, sweet and sour sauce, or chili oil.

Next time you’re looking for a quick and easy meal, give Chinese meat dumplings a try. You won’t be disappointed!