Description

Savory homemade dumplings filled with crumbled tofu, tangy kimchi, and aromatic seasonings, offering a comforting yet bold plant-based dish with soft, chewy wrappers.

Ingredients

1 block (14 oz) firm tofu, drained and crumbled

1 cup kimchi, chopped

1/2 cup shiitake mushrooms, finely chopped (optional)

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon sesame oil

1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon sugar (optional)

2 green onions, chopped

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

Salt, to taste

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon salt

3/4 cup water

Cornstarch or extra flour for dusting

Soy sauce for dipping

Chili oil (optional)

Fresh cilantro (optional)

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Instructions

Press and crumble the tofu to remove excess moisture.
Finely chop the kimchi and drain if watery.
Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium heat and sauté ginger and garlic until fragrant.
Add tofu, kimchi, soy sauce, sugar (if using), rice vinegar, mushrooms, and green onions. Cook for a few minutes until flavors meld.
Season with salt and pepper, then let the filling cool completely.
In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Gradually add water until a dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic, then rest under a damp cloth.
Divide dough into small portions and roll into thin circles.
Spoon filling into the center, fold into half-moons, and pinch edges to seal.
Steam dumplings until tender; optionally pan-fry for a crispy finish.
Serve hot with soy sauce and optional chili oil.

Notes

Store uncooked dumplings in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Cooked dumplings keep refrigerated for up to 3 days.

Use store-bought wrappers to save time if desired.

Adjust spice level with chili oil at serving.

Additional vegetables like cabbage or carrots can be added to the filling.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Category: Appetizer
Method: Steaming and Pan-Frying
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6-8 dumplings
Calories: 280
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 13g
Cholesterol: 0mg