Name: Steamed Dumplings
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 35
Ingredients: 4 oz tempeh; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 6 oz shiitake mushrooms diced; 1 tablespoon tamari; 1/4 cup chopped scallions; 1/3 cup finely chopped kimchi; 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger; 1/2 teaspoon sriracha; 35 dumpling wrappers; tamari or chili oil for serving

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Overview

Prep30 min

Cook10 min

Total40 min

Servings35

DifficultyEasy

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Ingredients

4 oz tempeh1 tablespoon olive oil6 oz shiitake mushroomsdiced1 tablespoon tamari1/4 cup chopped scallions1/3 cup finely chopped kimchi1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil1/2 teaspoon grated ginger1/2 teaspoon sriracha35 dumpling wrappers tamari or chili oilfor serving

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Equipment

Skillet
Steamer basket
Mixing bowl

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Method

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Make the filling

Steam the tempeh for 10 minutes, cool slightly, and crumble it. Cook the mushrooms in olive oil about 5 minutes, add the tempeh and tamari, and cook 2 to 3 minutes more. Off the heat, mix in the scallions, kimchi, sesame oil, ginger, and sriracha.

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Fill and fold

Fill each wrapper with a heaping teaspoon of filling. Wet the edges, fold, seal, and pleat. Keep unused wrappers covered while you work.

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Steam and serve

Steam without crowding for 10 minutes and serve hot with tamari or chili oil.

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Tips

NoteKeep unused wrappers covered so they do not dry out.

NoteA heaping teaspoon is the right amount \u2014 more and they burst.

NoteRefrigerate cooked dumplings up to 3 days; reheat by steaming.

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Nutrition

NoteNutrition varies by ingredient brands and serving size.

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Storage

RefrigeratorRefrigerate cooked dumplings up to 3 days; reheat by steaming.

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Frequently asked

Can I freeze them?+

Yes \u2014 freeze on a tray until solid, then bag. Steam straight from frozen, adding a few minutes.

No tempeh?+

Extra mushrooms plus a handful of finely chopped cashews takes the same role.

Can I pan-fry instead?+

Yes \u2014 fry the bottoms first, then add water, cover, and steam until cooked through.

Steamed Dumplings

Overview

Ingredients

Equipment