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Prawn Dumplings in Red Oil

Delicious Prawn Dumplings in Red Oil for Cozy Dinners

This Prawn Dumplings in Red Oil recipe is a delightful dish that warms the heart and impresses guests.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 6 dumplings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

Dumpling Ingredients
  • 30 pieces Gyoza wrappers For encasing the filling.
  • 300 grams Prawns Peeled and deveined.
  • 5 pieces Water chestnuts Finely chopped.
  • 3 tablespoons Spring onions Finely chopped.
  • 1 tablespoon Coriander Finely chopped.
  • 2 tablespoons Ginger Finely grated.
  • 1 clove Garlic Finely grated.
  • 1 piece Egg white Acts as a binder.
  • 1 teaspoon Sea salt Essential for flavor.
Red Oil Sauce Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons Soy sauce Adds umami flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons Chinese Chiankiang black vinegar Can substitute with red wine vinegar.
  • 2 tablespoons Chili oil Provides heat.
  • ½ teaspoon Sugar Balances the sauce.
  • 1 clove Garlic Finely grated for aroma.

Equipment

  • steamer
  • mixing bowl
  • food processor
  • Pot

Method
 

Preparation Instructions
  1. Begin by finely chopping the prawns or pulsing them in a food processor until minced but not puréed. In a bowl, combine the minced prawns with chopped water chestnuts, spring onions, coriander, ginger, garlic, egg white, and sea salt. Mix until the filling becomes sticky.
  2. Take a gyoza wrapper and place about a tablespoon of the prawn filling in the center. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with a little water to help seal it. Carefully fold and pinch the edges tightly to create a seal.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, Chiankiang black vinegar, chili oil, sugar, and minced garlic until combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  4. Bring water to a gentle simmer in a large pot. Carefully add the assembled dumplings, cooking for about 5-6 minutes or until they float and the filling is cooked through.
  5. Transfer the cooked dumplings to serving bowls, drizzle with red oil sauce, and garnish with sliced spring onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dumplingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure the filling is sticky enough to seal the dumplings properly. Uncooked dumplings can be frozen for up to 3 months. Cook from frozen, adding more steaming time if needed.

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