"These dumplings are stuffed with a savory pork and scallion filling then steamed to perfection. The dipping sauce is salty and sweet with a just a hint of chili oil."
Ingredients
1⁄2cup low sodium soy sauce
2tablespoons sugar
1tablespoon rice vinegar
1teaspoon chili oil
2bunches scallions, cut into thirds
5garlic cloves
1tablespoon chopped ginger
2tablespoons hoisin sauce
2tablespoons soy sauce
1tablespoon sesame oil
1lb ground pork
2tablespoons grated garlic
1egg, beaten
40wonton wrappers
Direction
Whisk together the ingredients for the dipping sauce, making sure the sugar dissolves. Set aside.
Add the scallions, garlic, ginger, hoisin, soy sauce and sesame oil to a small food processor. Pulse until finely chopped. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl.
Add the beaten egg and mix to combine.
Add the pork and mix to combine.
Fill a small bowl with water and lightly flour a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Place about 1 tablespoon of filling in the center of a wrapper. Dip your finger in the water and use it to moisten the edge of the wrapper.
Pinch one end tightly to seal and then make several pleats to close up the filling entirely. Flatten out the bottom. If not pleating, simply fold one half of the wrapper over the filling and press together to seal.
Set the dumpling on the prepared baking sheet and cover with a damp towel while you continue filling the rest.
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup of water to the pan, then place 6-7 dumplings in the water. Cover with a clear lid and let steam for 10 minutes, without lifting the lid.
Continue with the remaining dumplings. Serve with the dipping sauce.
You can freeze any uncooked dumplings and cook them later using the same method, but steaming for an additional 1 – 2 minutes longer.