You won’t believe how amazing this easy dumplings recipe turned out, and the best part is, they’re super fast to make! It all started with some leftover chopped veggies in my fridge from our Mexican fried taco dinner the other night. I had some cabbage, onion, and cilantro just waiting to be used up. I usually keep rice wrappers in my pantry for making cold spring rolls, but this time, I got a little spontaneous.
I remember a few days ago, I saw some pan-fried veggie dumplings that looked so mouthwatering. So, with those leftover veggies and my trusty rice wrappers in hand, I decided to give it a try. It turned out to be an amazing appetizer that was gone way too fast.
This dumplings recipe has become a real hit in my kitchen! My mom, my husband, and everyone who’s tried it absolutely loved it. It’s become one of those go-to dishes I can make when I’ve got friends or family dropping by, or even when I’m craving a tasty lunch all for myself. What makes it extra awesome is that you can use whatever veggies you happen to have on hand, making it super flexible and easy to customize. So, let me tell you more about this keeper of a recipe!
Ingredients:
(makes 15 small dumplings)
- Rice wrappers
- 1 Tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 Tablespoon Sesame oil
- 1 Teaspoon Rice vinegar
- Sesame seeds
- Preferred sauce (optional) Try our spicy soy sauce recipe here
3 Cups of mixed vegetables, in this example I used:
- 1 Cup Red cabbage, chopped
- 1/2 Cup Edamame beans
- 1/2 Cup Carrot, shredded
- 1/3 Cup Onion, chopped
- 1/4 Cup Cilantro, chopped
- Garlic minced
Let’s make this easy dumplings recipe
Instructions:
- Chop and prepare all of your vegetable ingredients, for this recipe I cooked the edamame separately in the microwave.
- In a medium heat pan, pour the sesame oil, add vegetables with the exception of the already cooked edamame, add soy sauce and rice vinegar, and saute for about 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender, then set aside in a bowl.
- Prepare a shallow bowl with water to dip the rice wrappers, and a large plate to add dumplings.
- Dip a rice wrapper in the water bowl only in and out of each side, I like to dip three at a time because they soften very quickly.
- Add about a tablespoon of the vegetable mix in the middle of the rice wrapper, fold it in half, then again form a triangle, and finally fold the corners.
- Sprinkle some sesame seeds on the smooth side, place on the large plate, and repeat until you are done with your filling.
- In the medium heat pan, grease with oil of preference and cook dumplings for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until crisp and golden.
- Enjoy with soy sauce, or try our amazing spicy soy sauce recipe here.
a Fun way to add more vegetables to your table
One more reason why this easy dumplings recipe makes me head over heels is how it’s a great and fun way to sneak in some extra veggies into our meals. I mean, who doesn’t want that, right? It’s like a little veggie-packed surprise hiding in each dumpling.
Another really cool thing is that it’s not just about being healthy; these dumplings are a hit at the dinner table. I often serve them as an appetizer before the main course. As soon as I place those dumplings on the table, everyone just dives in and they vanish in no time. The taste is so good that nobody can resist, and it’s an awesome way to get everyone to enjoy their veggies without even realizing it!
Less Food Waste
Let’s talk about one of the coolest things about this quick and easy dumplings recipe – it helps us cut down on food waste. You see, my husband is not a fan of throwing food away, and I totally get it. We all should aim to reduce waste, right?
This recipe is a fantastic solution for those leftover veggies that might otherwise end up in the trash. It’s like a magical transformation. You take those odds and ends from the fridge and, voilà, you’ve got a delicious, steaming plate of dumplings. It’s an awesome way to make the most of what’s already in your kitchen and create something amazing out of it. Plus, it’s a win-win because you get to enjoy a tasty meal while also doing your part to reduce food waste.
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