Dumplings are a traditional part of Asian cuisine. The Chinese dumplings are small, bite-sized savory treats. Dumplings can be prepared in a number of different ways from being boiled, fried, or even added to the soup. The filling wrapped by the thin layer of dough on the outside can be a variety of different things. Over the years, dumplings along with many other items in Asian cuisine have been enjoyed by countries all over the world. With this, people began to start experimenting with new fillings for dumplings. Here are some unique, delicious dumpling fillings that are must-tries!
Kimchi Pork:
Add a bit of kick to your dumpling by adding kimchi. Kimchi is a fermented mix of cabbage that creates a spicy side dish from Korea. Blending the flavorful kimchi with the traditional pork filling makes for a special, one-of-a-kind recipe that will have people asking for more.
Carrots:
For all the vegetarians out there, a great mouth-watering filling for Chinese dumplings is shredded carrots. The sweetness that comes from the carrots makes for a unique and delightful taste that even meat-lovers can’t get enough of. Another tasty addition to a carrot filling is a little bit of ginger. Ginger complements the sweetness from the carrots by adding a bit of a fresh kick.
Spinach Ricotta:
Another vegetarian filling option that your tastebuds will love is spinach ricotta dumplings. This creamy and mouthwatering mixture brings a nice spin to traditional fillings. Impress yourself and your guest by serving this one-of-a-kind dumpling special!
Spicy:
Add a kick to your dumpling recipe by adding a bit of spice! By adding sriracha or chili powder to your filling recipe, you can transform any dumpling into a spicy, savory treat!
Expand both your cuisine and your palette by trying these special filling ideas for your dumplings. Making dumplings yourself at home can be difficult if you do not know how to fold or prepare properly. Learn the correct way to fold Chinese dumplings with our dumpling school. Sign up for classes to perfect your dumpling making!