These pan-fried chicken dumplings are crisp on the bottom, juicy on the inside, and packed with ginger, garlic, scallions, and cabbage. A simple homemade version of your takeout favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
-
1 lb ground chicken (preferably thigh)
-
1 cup finely chopped cabbage (salted & squeezed)
-
2 scallions, minced
-
2 cloves garlic, minced
-
1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
-
2 tbsp soy sauce
-
1 tsp sesame oil
-
1 tsp rice vinegar (optional)
-
1 package round dumpling wrappers
-
2 tbsp neutral oil (for frying)
-
¼ cup water (for steaming
Instructions
-
Mix chicken, cabbage, scallions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, and vinegar in a bowl until sticky.
-
Place 1 tsp filling in center of each wrapper. Moisten edge with water, fold, and seal tightly.
-
Heat oil in skillet over medium heat. Add dumplings in a single layer.
-
Fry 2–3 min until golden on bottom. Add ¼ cup water and cover immediately.
-
Steam 4–5 min or until water evaporates. Uncover and crisp 1 more minute.
-
Serve hot with dipping sauce.