Description
These Crispy Rice Dumplings are a delightful twist on traditional dumplings, with a crunchy exterior and a flavorful, veggie-packed filling. Best of all, there’s no need for pleating the wrappers! Enjoy these as a unique appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
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Rice Mixture:
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice (preferably day-old)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Veggie Filling:
- 1/2 cup finely chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup finely chopped mushrooms
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (plus more for frying)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Rice Mixture: Combine cooked jasmine rice, soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch in a bowl.
- Sauté Veggies: In a skillet, sauté green onions, mushrooms, carrots, garlic, and ginger until softened.
- Combine and Shape: Mix sautéed veggies with rice mixture. Shape into dumplings.
- Fry Dumplings: Pan-fry dumplings until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
- Serve: Drain on paper towels and serve warm with dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, chill formed dumplings before frying.
- You can customize the veggie filling with your favorite vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dumpling
- Calories: 78
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
