Spicy Shrimp Dumplings with Chili Oil Sauce

Spicy Dumplings

Step 1: Make the Chili Oil Sauce [00:08]

Mix the chili flakes, chili powder, and sesame seeds in a bowl. Pour hot oil over the mixture and whisk. Add soy sauce and stir again to combine. Pour into a jar and set aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Dumpling Filling [00:17]

Clean and chop the shrimp into small pieces. Add the shrimp to a bowl with the ground meat, chopped cilantro, scallions, grated ginger, grated garlic, and a pinch of salt. Mix everything thoroughly.

Step 3: Wrap the Dumplings [00:27]

Place a small amount of filling in the center of a dumpling wrapper. Wet the edges with water. Fold the wrapper into a half-moon shape, then bring the two ends together to form the classic dumpling shape.

Step 4: Refrigerate [00:36]

Place the prepared dumplings on a tray and refrigerate until ready to cook.

Step 5: Cook the Dumplings [00:39]

Place the dumplings in a pan with some oil over medium heat. Once the bottoms are browned, carefully add a splash of water and cover with a lid to steam until cooked through.

Step 6: Serve [00:00]

Transfer the cooked dumplings to a bowl. Pour the prepared chili oil sauce over them, garnish with fresh scallions and extra sesame seeds, and serve warm.