Pork and Chive Dumplings - CJ Eats Recipes (2024)

FAQs

How do you cook frozen pork and chive dumplings? ›

Raw pork and chive dumplings last up to 6 months in the freezer. To cook frozen dumplings, do not thaw and add them directly into the boiling water and cook for about 8 to 10 minutes or until fully cooked.

For the uninitiated, these are translucent, slightly chewy dumplings made of tapioca flour, filled with a mixture of Chinese chives, garlic, and often dried shrimp.

Heat a pan on medium-high with a couple tablespoons of oil in it. Once hot, add your frozen dumplings. Cook in oil for about three to four minutes, turning once to sear multiple sides. Then add just enough water to cover dumplings about halfway, turn the heat down to medium-low, and cover with a tight-fitting lid.

You can test a dumpling to check they are done — The center should look cooked through and fluffy, not doughy. When cooking the dumplings, keep the pot at a gentle simmer. An aggressive simmer or boiling will break them apart. Keep the heat low and keep your pot covered so that they steam.

No, you do not need to defrost frozen dumplings before cooking, you can take them straight from the freezer to the pan. If you wanted a faster cooking time, let the dumplings partially thaw for 10 minutes before cooking.

Rather than simply steam or pan-fry the dumplings, I stir-fried them in a hot skillet with sliced bell peppers and scallions, drizzled in some chili crunch and soy sauce, and now can no longer look back. It was so delicious! Frozen dumplings are a true lifesaver on the busiest nights when you're at your most tired.

What are dumplings made of? The dumpling dough is made of three main ingredients: flour, water and salt.

Making your own dumplings is really easy when you use wonton wrappers. These dumplings are really simple and what we created for our wonton soup, but could easily find themselves in any number of delicious... soups. If you love them, try adding them to other soups.

The cornstarch will absorb excess water, which will then convert to steam, allowing the bottoms to form that crisp crust.

When the stew has about 30 mins to go, arrange the dumplings on top and cover with a lid. With the oven at 160C/140C fan/gas 3, cook the stew and dumplings for 20 mins, then remove the lid and cook for another 10 mins until they're brown and puffed up.

How do you spice up store bought dumplings? ›

Dumplings in alfredo sauce: Alfredo sauce is an easy way to elevate frozen dumplings. Treat them like pasta and cook them in the simmering sauce; sliced onion, chopped garlic, or bacon are all good additions for extra flavor. If you don't have jarred sauce on hand, milk or heavy cream can be a quick fix.

A pinch of salt seasons the dumplings and enhances the flavors of the other ingredients. Cold butter or margarine is cut into the flour mixture to bind the dry ingredients together. It also keeps the dumplings light and tender. Whole milk helps create a smooth, moist dough.

It's best to have your lid ready: Immediately add about 3 tablespoons of water to the pan, just enough to cover the base of the dumplings, then cover and cook for 3–4 minutes, or until the water has evaporated. Lift the lid and allow the dumpling to cook for another 30 seconds, to allow the bottoms to get extra crispy.

Don't overmix the dumpling dough!

Overmixing will further develop the gluten, making for a tough or rubbery dumpling.

Cover with a lid and steam until the dumplings are cooked through. Frozen dumplings should take between six to 10 minutes depending on their size (just cut one in half and peek to make sure it's cooked).

OVEN "FRIED" Preheat oven to 375°F. Place frozen potstickers in a bowl and lightly toss with oil. Place potstickers on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until potstickers are golden and centers are heated through.

Are your Dumplings pre-cooked? No, our Dumplings are not pre-cooked and the filling is frozen raw. Boil, Steam or Pan-Fry from frozen according to our Cooking Instructions until tender and cooked. The filling should be piping hot.