No-Fold Blanket-Style Chicken Dumplings

Ingredients

• 250 g ground chicken
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tsp dark soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 egg (Beaten; helps keep the filling tender.)
• 1 tbsp cornstarch (Helps retain moisture.)
• 0.5 cup carrot (Finely chopped or grated.)
• 1 cup cabbage (Finely chopped.)
• 2 green onions (Finely chopped; reserve some for serving.)
• 12 wonton wrappers (Used whole, without folding, to cover the filling.)
• 0.25 cup water (For steaming; add carefully to the hot skillet.)
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil (For browning the dumplings.)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce (For serving.)
• 1 tbsp chile oil (For serving; adjust to taste.)

Steps

1. 1

   Place the ground chicken in a bowl. Add the oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, sesame oil, beaten egg, and cornstarch. Mix until the mixture is smooth and slightly sticky.

2. 2

   Add the carrot, cabbage, and most of the green onions. Mix until the vegetables are evenly distributed throughout the filling.

3. 3

   Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet, preferably nonstick, over medium heat. Once hot, place portions of the filling directly in the skillet, leaving space between them; there is no need to shape perfect dumplings.

4. 4

   Cover each portion of filling with a wonton wrapper, like a blanket. Gently press the edges of the wrapper against the filling so it adheres, without folding or pleating it.

5. 5

   Cook over medium heat for approximately 1 minute, until the bottom begins to set and lightly brown.

6. 6

   Carefully pour the water into the skillet, avoiding splashes from the hot oil. Cover immediately and steam for about 5 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked and the wonton wrappers are tender.

7. 7

   Remove the lid and continue cooking briefly, if necessary, until the water evaporates and the base is golden brown and crispy. The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165 °F (74 °C).

8. 8

   Serve the dumplings hot. Finish with the reserved green onions, a little soy sauce, and chile oil.

Notes

The quantities were estimated because the description and audio do not provide exact measurements. Work over medium heat and add the water carefully to avoid splashing. For safe cooking, verify that the center of the chicken reaches 165 °F (74 °C).

Nutrition per serving

• main course
• quick cooking
• 15 minutes
• dumplings
• chicken
• no-fold
• skillet-cooked
• steamed