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Easy Homemade Dumplings: Roll, Fill & Fold Technique
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Easy Homemade Dumplings: Roll, Fill & Fold Technique
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Easy Homemade Dumplings: Roll, Fill & Fold Technique

Master the art of dumpling making with this quick tutorial! Learn how to perfectly roll wrappers, add delicious filling, and expertly fold your dumplings for a delightful meal or snack. This video focuses on the precise technique for beautifully shaped homemade dumplings.
#Dumplings
#Homemade
#Chinese Food
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#Easy Recipe
Rolling the Dumpling Wrapper
Rolling the Dumpling Wrapper

Recipe Information

25m
Prep Time
12m
Cook Time
37m
Total Time
5
Servings
Medium
Chinese
English
Nutrition (per serving)
300
Calories
20g
Protein
35g
Carbs
15g
Fat
Adding Filling to Wrapper
Adding Filling to Wrapper

Ingredients

  • Dumpling Wrappers
    (Store-bought or homemade. The video demonstrates the technique for rolling homemade wrappers from dough balls.)

    24 pieces
  • Dumpling Filling
    (The video does not detail filling ingredients; a typical filling includes ground meat (pork, chicken, or beef) mixed with finely chopped vegetables like cabbage, ginger, and green onions, seasoned with soy sauce and sesame oil. This amount is an estimation.)

    450 grams
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Servings: 5
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Folding the Dumpling
Folding the Dumpling

Instructions

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  • 1

    Take a small ball of dough and flatten it slightly. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough from the center outwards to form a thin, round dumpling wrapper (approximately 7-8 cm in diameter).
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    Step 1 visual
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    Take a small ball of dough and flatten it slightly. Using a rolling pin, roll the dough from the center outwards to form a thin, round dumpling wrapper (approximately 7-8 cm in diameter).
    2m

    Keep the edges slightly thicker than the center for a better seal. Dust lightly with flour to prevent sticking.
  • 2

    Place a spoonful (about 1.5-2 teaspoons) of your prepared dumpling filling in the center of the rolled wrapper. Do not overfill.
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    Step 2 visual
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    Place a spoonful (about 1.5-2 teaspoons) of your prepared dumpling filling in the center of the rolled wrapper. Do not overfill.
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    Ensure the filling is cool to prevent the wrapper from tearing or becoming soggy.
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  • 3

    Moisten the edges of the wrapper with a little water. Fold the wrapper in half over the filling, then pinch and pleat the edges tightly to seal the dumpling into your desired shape. Ensure there are no gaps.
    Step 3 visual
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    Step 3 visual
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    Moisten the edges of the wrapper with a little water. Fold the wrapper in half over the filling, then pinch and pleat the edges tightly to seal the dumpling into your desired shape. Ensure there are no gaps.
    2m

    Practice different folding techniques for various dumpling shapes. A good seal is crucial to prevent filling from escaping during cooking.
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