Pork Dumpling Recipe
This pork dumpling recipe is a quick, 30-minute meal made with tender dumplings, savory pork, and napa cabbage in a flavorful broth. It's simple, comforting dinner that's low carb, keto-friendly, and great for a busy evening.
Ingredients
- 2 heads napa cabbage
Filling
- 1.5 pounds ground pork
- 2.5 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons sweet chili sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/3 cup finely chopped green onion stalks
Instructions
- Separate the napa cabbage leaves.
- Bring 1-2 inches of water to a boil in a pot fitted with a steamer basket. Add cabbage leaves, cover and steam 2-3 minutes until just tender and pliable.
- Immediately transfer leaves to an ice water bath to stop the cooking. Leave in the ice bath for 2 minutes. Drain the water and pat completely dry.
- In a bowl, combine the filling ingredients and mix well.
- Place a spoonful of filling at the base of each leaf. Fold in sides and roll tightly (like a burrito).
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly cover the bottom of the skillet with a neutral oil.
- Add the rolls seam side down and cook, turning occasionally, for 6-8 minutes until the pork is fully cooked and lightly golden.
Notes
Note: you may need to cook in 2-3 batches as needed to avoid overcrowding.
Net carbs 6.1 g per serving
Nutrition
Serving: 1/6 of recipeCalories: 352kcalCarbohydrates: 6.3gProtein: 22gFat: 27gCholesterol: 82mgSodium: 297mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.6g
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