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Vegan Dumplings

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Vegan Dumplings are a plant-based twist on a classic, filled with a savory mixture of tofu, mushrooms, and vegetables seasoned with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. They can be pan-fried, steamed, or boiled and make a versatile and comforting meal or appetizer.

Ingredients

  1. 1 block firm tofu (pressed and crumbled) or 1 1/2 cups finely chopped mushrooms
  2. 2 cups napa cabbage or green cabbage, finely chopped
  3. 1 medium carrot, grated
  4. 3 cloves garlic, minced
  5. 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  6. 3 green onions, chopped
  7. 2 tbsp soy sauce
  8. 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  9. 1/2 tsp salt
  10. 1/4 tsp black pepper
  11. 24 round dumpling wrappers (vegan-friendly)
  12. 2 tbsp neutral oil (for pan-frying)
  13. 1/4 cup water (for steaming pan-fried dumplings)

Optional Dipping Sauce:

  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp chili oil or flakes
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp green onions, chopped

Instructions

In a large bowl, mix tofu or mushrooms with cabbage, carrots, garlic, ginger, green onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper until combined.

  1. Place a dumpling wrapper in your hand, add a small spoonful of filling to the center, moisten the edges with water, fold in half, and press to seal. Pleat edges if desired. Repeat with remaining wrappers.
  2. Pan-fry & Steam: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place dumplings flat-side down and cook 2–3 minutes until golden. Add 1/4 cup water, cover, and steam 5–6 minutes until water evaporates and wrappers are tender.
  3. Steam: Place dumplings in a steamer lined with parchment or cabbage leaves. Steam 8–10 minutes.
  4. Boil: Gently boil dumplings in salted water until they float, then cook 1–2 more minutes.
  5. Serve hot with dipping sauce, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

  • Freeze uncooked dumplings on a tray before storing in bags; cook directly from frozen with 1–2 extra minutes.
  • Store cooked dumplings in the fridge up to 3 days and reheat in a skillet or microwave.
  • Use parchment or cabbage leaves in steamers to prevent sticking.
  • Make gluten-free by using GF wrappers and tamari instead of soy sauce.
  • Homemade wrappers require only flour and water—knead, rest, and roll thin.

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Find it online: https://thefamilycooking.com/vegan-dumplings/