Chinese · Dinner · Easy
Crispy Chili Oil Dumplings
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- 25 min
- Prep
- 10 min
- Serves
- 3
- Calories
- 430
Frozen dumplings steam through in a skillet, then fry until their bottoms crackle. Chili crisp, soy sauce and rice vinegar make a sharp, spicy finish.
The water-to-oil sequence is the trick behind Crispy Chili Oil Dumplings. A covered simmer cooks the filling, then uncovering the pan lets the water evaporate so the bottoms can turn golden.
Use frozen pork potstickers made for pan-frying and leave them frozen until they hit the pan. Keep the chili crisp for the final drizzle; its little fried pieces can burn if added during the long skillet cook.
Method
Mix chili crisp, soy sauce and rice vinegar in a small bowl. Heat vegetable oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Arrange frozen pork dumplings flat-side down in a single layer. Fry for until the bottoms begin to color.
Carefully pour in the water and cover immediately. Steam over medium heat for , following a longer package time if directed, until the wrappers are tender and the pork filling reaches 160°F.
Uncover and cook for until the water evaporates and the bottoms become crisp. Spoon over the chili mixture off the heat and scatter with scallions.
Forkue tips
- Check the package before buying: dumplings intended only for boiling may have wrappers too delicate for this method.
Storing and reheating
Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in a lightly oiled skillet with a splash of water, covered first and then uncovered to restore the bottoms; add fresh chili crisp after reheating.
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Crispy Chili Oil Dumplings: FAQ
Should I thaw the dumplings first?
No. Pan-frying from frozen keeps the wrappers intact. Thawed dumplings tend to stick together and tear when moved.
Can I use vegetable dumplings?
Yes. Choose vegetable potstickers and follow their package cooking directions. The same steam-then-crisp method works, but the filling may heat through sooner.
How do I store and reheat Crispy Chili Oil Dumplings?
Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in a lightly oiled skillet with a splash of water, covered first and then uncovered to restore the bottoms; add fresh chili crisp after reheating.
How long does Crispy Chili Oil Dumplings take?
About 25 min in total: 10 min prep and 15 min cooking.
What do I need to make Crispy Chili Oil Dumplings?
The key ingredients are frozen pork dumplings, chili crisp, soy sauce, rice vinegar and scallions, plus pantry basics.
Any tips for Crispy Chili Oil Dumplings?
Check the package before buying: dumplings intended only for boiling may have wrappers too delicate for this method.
