Edamame Dumplings
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Edamame Dumplings

Green-edamame, basil, and miso filling in wonton wrappers, steamed right in vegetable broth — soft, delicate, and unexpectedly green.

DifficultyMediumTotal time30 minServes2
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Overview

Prep28 min
Cook2 min
Total30 min
Servings2
DifficultyMedium
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Ingredients

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Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Wide skillet with lid
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Method

01
Make the filling

Make the filling

Add edamame, basil, scallions, garlic, ginger, miso, tahini, lemon, and sriracha to a food processor.

02

Pulse

Pulse until chunky but cohesive. Don't puree it completely.

03

Season

Taste and season with salt and pepper.

04

Lay out the wrappers

Lay out half the wonton wrappers.

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Fill

Fill

Spoon about 1 tablespoon filling into each.

06

Top and seal

Wet the edges and place another wrapper over the top.

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Press to seal

Press to seal

Press firmly around the edges to seal.

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Heat the broth

Bring about an inch of vegetable broth to a simmer in a skillet.

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Steam

Steam

Add dumplings in a single layer.

10

Cover and cook

Cover and steam for about 2 minutes.

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Serve

Serve

Serve with a little broth, toasted sesame oil, sprouts, and sesame seeds.

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Tips

NoteDon't over-process the filling. I like being able to see little pieces of edamame inside.
NoteKeep a few extra wrappers nearby too. Dumpling assembly occasionally has casualties.
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Nutrition

AllergensSoy, Sesame, Gluten
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Storage

Refrigerator / FreezerUncooked dumplings freeze well on a tray then bagged; steam from frozen with an extra minute. Cooked ones are best eaten fresh.
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Frequently asked

Can I pan-fry these instead?+

Yes — pan-fry until golden, then add broth, cover, and steam for potsticker-style dumplings.

Are the wrappers vegan?+

Most wonton wrappers are, but check the ingredients; some brands include egg.

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