Smash Dumplings

Ingredients

• 4 Scallions (Sliced)
• Garlic cloves (A handful, minced)
• Fresh ginger (Grated; amount not specified)
• 1 tsp White pepper (Additional amount was added after tasting)
• 2 tsp Cornstarch (Additional cornstarch is used to dip the wrappers and prevent sticking)
• 2 tsp Sugar
• 1 tsp Chicken powder (Additional amount was added after tasting)
• 2 tbsp Soy sauce (Additional amount was added after tasting)
• Ground pork (A little over 1 pound)
• Dumpling wrappers (Pre-made; thawed)
• Dumpling sauce (Favorite dumpling sauce, for drizzling)

Steps

1. 1

   In a bowl, combine the sliced scallions, minced garlic, and grated ginger.

2. 2

   Season the aromatics with the white pepper, cornstarch, sugar, chicken powder, and soy sauce.

3. 3

   Mix in the ground pork until the filling is thoroughly combined.

4. 4

   Microwave a small portion of the filling to taste for seasoning. Adjust the mixture with additional soy sauce, white pepper, and chicken powder as needed.

5. 5

   Continue mixing the pork mixture until it becomes slightly sticky and tacky; this helps it hold together when smashed in the skillet.

6. 6

   Thaw the pre-made dumpling wrappers. Dip each wrapper in additional cornstarch to help prevent sticking.

7. 7

   Spread a generous amount of the pork filling over each wrapper. Set the prepared dumplings aside until ready to cook.

8. 8

   Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

9. 9

   Place each dumpling in the skillet meat-side down, pressing it onto the pan.

10. 10

    Use a spatula to flatten and spread the meat across the wrapper, as you would for a smash burger. Cook until the pork side is browned.

11. 11

    Flip each dumpling and fry the wrapper in the rendered pork fat until cooked and browned.

12. 12

    Fold each cooked dumpling like a taco, drizzle with your favorite dumpling sauce, and serve.

Notes

The source does not specify the exact amount of garlic, ginger, pork, wrappers, or sauce, nor does it provide cooking times or an internal temperature. Ground beef may be used instead of pork, according to the post description.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• snack
• dumplings
• skillet
• quick dinner
• Chinese-inspired
• pork