DumplingsAlso known as wontons or soup dumplings, it is a traditional food of the Han Chinese people.NoodlesTypeSnackOriginating in the north, it has spread to the south.In the process of making dumplings, different fillings determine its unique flavors, and differentDumpling fillingsMethods also have slight differences. Here, I have collected various filling methods for your reference.

Chinese cabbageRecipe for pork dumplings

IngredientsPreparation

Main ingredients:Chinese cabbage3 pieces,PorkFilling 150g, thickDumpling wrappers150g,Cilantro1 bunch, 1 scallion;

Auxiliary ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 tablespoon of sesame oil, 1/2 tablespoon of cornstarchBroth1 bowl.

Method steps

1. Wash the Chinese cabbage, blanch and cool, then chop and squeeze out the moisture;

2. Chop the pork filling finely, along with salt, sesame oil, and cornstarch, and mix it with the chopped Chinese cabbage to form the filling.

3. Wrap a small amount of filling into each dumpling wrapper, and shape them into long pillow-shaped dumplings, then cook them in boiling water until they float.

4. In a bowl, add high-quality broth, sesame oil, and a small amount of salt, then add the cooked dumplings and sprinkle with chopped and washed cilantro and scallions.

Recipe for shrimp dumplings

Ingredients and preparation

Dumpling wrappers, pork filling, shrimpEggsCilantro, scallionsChicken brothScallionsGinger，Black pepper，Soy sauceSesame oil

Method steps

1. Peel, devein, and devein the fresh shrimpPrepare the shrimp;2. Slightly chop the pork filling to increase its elasticity;

3. Add the shrimp to the filling and mix with scallions;4. Add a raw egg to the meat filling, and mix with salt, pepper, salad oil, chicken broth, soy sauce, and sesame oil.5. The meat filling is ready. Wrap it in dumpling wrappers and cook until done.

50| Recipe for taro dumplings

Combine ground meat with one raw egg, salt, pepper, salad oil, chicken broth, and soy sauce, mixing thoroughly.

Ingredients and preparation

20-30 dumpling wrappers, 3 taro, 100g meat filling, a little cilantro, 2 tablespoons of shrimp skin,

Nori

As needed,BlackSesameA little,Light soy sauce2 tablespoons, 1 tablespoon of, 1 teaspoon of five-spice powder, 2 teaspoons of salt, 1 teaspoon of ginger powder, 1 teaspoon of chicken broth, 1/2 tablespoon of sesame oil.Method steps2. Cut the taro into small pieces as much as possible;

3. Place the taro and meat filling in a bowl, add 1 teaspoon of salt, chicken broth, and, and mix with 1 tablespoon of light soy sauce;

4. Then add five-spice powder, ginger powder, and scallions and mix well;

5. Drizzle a half tablespoon of sesame oil over the meat filling, and slowly add water while stirring in one direction to create a doughy filling;

6. The taro filling is ready. Wrap it in the wrapper and cook until done.

67| Recipe for (Bama Fish) dumplings

Once the wonton filling is prepared, wrap it in wonton wrappers and cook in boiling water, adding seasonings as desired.

Ingredients and preparationBama fish, dumpling wrappers, ginger, sugar, salt, light soy sauce,, sesame oil,

Olives

Olive oil,Eggs,，Leek.Method steps1. Remove the internal organs and clean the Bama fish;

2. Gut and fillet the Bama fish;

3. Cut the fish into small cubes and chop it with ginger;

4. Add sugar, salt, light soy sauce,, sesame oil, and a raw egg to the minced fish;

5. Add some leek to enhance the flavor, and the taro filling is ready;

6. Wrap it in dumpling wrappers and cook until done, and add seasonings.

Dumpling filling making tips

The process of making dumpling fillings is similar. The fillings for seafood, pork, and beef, as well as vegetarian fillings, can all be used. The key is to choose the ingredients, chop them into a paste or small pieces, and add your favorite seasonings, and then mix them well. The filling should not be too dry or too wet, so that it can be easily wrapped in dumpling wrappers.

Tips for making wonton filling

The preparation of wonton filling is similar, using seafood, pork,beef,，crab meat,and various fish meat, as well as vegetarian fillings. In general, after selecting ingredients, puree or chop them, add your preferred seasonings, and mix well. The filling should not be too dry or too wet, so that it can be easily wrapped in wonton wrappers.