Homemade Chinese Pork Dumpling Recipe

There’s nothing more comforting than a plate of steamy Chinese pork dumplings, especially when paired with a savory soy dipping sauce. These dumplings burst with rich flavors, combining minced pork, garlic, ginger, and chives.

These dumplings are perfect for National Dumpling Day (Sept 26th) as they bring a sense of tradition and warmth to the table. Plus, they celebrate soy, which plays a key role in both the dumpling filling and the dipping sauce.

The Soy Insight

Did you know that soy sauce has been a staple in Asian cuisine for over 2,500 years? Its unique flavor comes from a fermentation process passed down through generations. It’s what really gives our dumplings that delicious salty flavor everyone loves!

Try making the dumplings with kids or your significant other as a fun evening activity you can eat! 

If you made our Chinese pork dumplings as an appetizer or you’re just still hungry, check out our homemade chicken ramen recipe to have a full asian cuisine experience!

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Homemade Chinese Pork Dumplings

Yield: Approx. 45 Dumplings

Author: Hungry For Truth

Prep time: 25 MinCook time: 1 HourTotal time: 1 H & 25 M

These Chinese pork dumplings are filled with minced pork, garlic, ginger, and chives, and served with a savory soy dipping sauce. Perfect for National Dumpling Day, soy sauce adds a rich, traditional flavor. Enjoy making these with family for a fun and delicious meal!

Ingredients

Dumplings

• 1Lb ground pork
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped Chinese chives
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 ½ tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
• 50 dumpling wrappers
• ½ cup vegetable oil for frying, or as needed

Dipping Sauce

• ½ cup soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped Chinese chives
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• (Optional) 1 teaspoon chile-garlic sauce

Instructions

1. Prep the dipping sauce by combining soy sauce, rice vinegar, chives, sesame seeds, and chile sauce in a small bowl. Set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine the pork, garlic, egg, chives, soy sauce, sesame oil, and ginger until fully mixed.
3. Place a dumpling wrapper on a lightly floured surface and add 1 tablespoon of filling to the center.
4. Wet the edges of the wrapper with water and crimp to seal, creating pleats. Repeat with the remaining wrappers.
5. Heat 1-2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook 8-10 dumplings at a time, browning for about 2 minutes per side.
6. Add 1 cup of water to the skillet, cover, and steam for 5 minutes, or until the dumplings are tender and pork is fully cooked.
7. Repeat the process for the remaining dumplings, adding more oil and water as needed.
8. Serve with the dipping sauce.

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