Steps to Make Chicken Dumplings

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

• In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.
• Gradually add water and knead the dough until smooth and elastic. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rest for 20 minutes.

Step 2: Make the Filling

• In a separate bowl, combine ground chicken, minced garlic, grated ginger, spring onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, black pepper, and salt. Mix well.
• Cover and refrigerate the filling while you prepare the dumpling wrappers.

Step 3: Roll Out the Wrappers

• Divide the dough into small, equal portions. Roll each portion into a thin circle, approximately 3 inches in diameter.
• Use a cookie cutter for uniform circles, if needed.

Step 4: Assemble the Dumplings

• Place a teaspoon of chicken filling in the center of each wrapper.
• Fold the wrapper over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Pinch the edges to seal tightly. For added flair, pleat the edges.

Step 5: Cook the Dumplings

• Heat 1 tbsp of cooking oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
• Place the dumplings in the pan, ensuring they don’t touch each other. Fry for 2–3 minutes or until the bottoms are golden brown.
• Add ½ cup of water, cover the pan with a lid, and steam the dumplings for 5–7 minutes until the filling is cooked through.
• Remove the lid and let any remaining water evaporate. Cook for another minute to crisp up the bottoms.

Step 6: Serve

• Serve hot with soy sauce, chili oil, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Tips for Perfect Chicken Dumplings

• Ensure the dough is soft but not sticky for easier handling.
• Don’t overfill the dumplings, as this might cause them to break during cooking.
• Experiment with additional flavors like mushrooms or finely chopped vegetables in the filling.
• Enjoy these homemade chicken dumplings with your family and friends! Let me know how they turned out.