How to Make Pan-Fried Dumplings

Do-it-yourself dumpling. You can turn the process of preparing dumplings into a fun after-dinner activity. Check out other articles for how to make your own dumplings at home. However, usually, the frozen dumplings that are sold in the market are equally delicious. ^[1]

Make dipping sauce. Usually, fried dumplings are served with a delicious dipping sauce. The dipping sauce is usually made from 2/3 teaspoon soy sauce 2/3, 1/3 teaspoon white vinegar, grated fresh ginger, chopped bottled or pickled ginger, and sesame oil, often garnished with chopped chives. If you like spicy food, you can add chili powder.

Heat a deep frying pan or non-stick pan over medium heat. Make sure the pan is hot enough to fry the dumplings. Add a little water to the pan, if the water evaporates immediately with a loud hissing sound, the pan is hot enough.

Put two tablespoons of oil in the pan. You can use an oil of your choice. Chinese-style fried dumplings are often fried with sesame oil or peanut oil. You can also use vegetable oil or olive oil if you like. For your health, use olive oil (the oil with the highest index of heart-healthy fat – monounsaturated fat – of all cooking oils). Heat the oil for about a minute (you can heat until it bubbles). ^[2]

Put the dumplings in the pan. Make sure there is enough space between each piece of dumpling and the dumplings do not overlap. If the dumplings overlap while frying, you won’t be able to separate each piece (and the delicious filling will fall out).