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Crispy Rice Paper Dumplings

Crispy Rice Paper Dumplings You’ll Love to Customize and Crunch

Crispy rice paper dumplings offer a delightful crunch and customizable filling options.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 dumplings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 cup Ground Chicken Can substitute with ground pork, tofu, or mushrooms for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup Chinese Cabbage Napa cabbage or any leafy green can be used.
  • 1 cup Carrots Grated finely; zucchini is a lighter alternative.
  • 1 cup Dried Shiitake Mushrooms Fresh mushrooms can be used but adjust moisture.
  • 2 tablespoons Coriander Roots Cilantro stems can be used if unavailable.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Garlic powder can substitute if fresh is short.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Peppercorns Freshly ground for optimal flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Ground ginger can substitute; can be omitted.
  • 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce Use vegetarian oyster sauce for a vegan option.
  • 1 tablespoon Light Soy Sauce Tamari is a gluten-free substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Peanut oil can be used as a substitute.
Cooking
  • 2 cups Cooking Oil Use high smoke point oils like vegetable or canola.
  • 8 pieces Rice Paper Wrappers Ensure gluten-free on packaging.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mortar and Pestle or Food Processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Filling: Use a mortar and pestle or food processor to finely pound garlic, coriander roots, and black peppercorns into a paste. In a skillet over medium heat, add a splash of cooking oil and your spice paste, cooking until fragrant. Then, toss in chopped shiitake mushrooms and sauté until softened. Finally, add ground chicken and cook until just done, then add chopped vegetables, oyster sauce, soy sauce, and sesame oil, cooking until vegetables soften slightly.
  2. Fold Rice Paper Dumplings: Cut the rice paper sheets in half, quickly dip each half in hot water for a few seconds, then lay them on a clean, dry surface. Stack two halves together, place a spoonful of filling in the center, fold to form a triangle, and press edges to seal.
  3. Pan-Fry: Heat cooking oil in a pan until shimmering. Place prepared dumplings in the pan, frying for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Flip carefully.
  4. Serve Hot: Once done frying, remove dumplings from the pan and place on a plate lined with paper towels. Serve hot with dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1dumplingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure rice paper is not over-soaked. Use high smoke point oil for frying to avoid burning. Aim for about one tablespoon of filling for optimal results. Assemble dumplings just before frying for best texture.

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