Cloud-Soft Steamed Vegetable Dumplings with Garlic Soy Dipping Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-31 · Updated 2026-07-31

Delicate steamed dumplings filled with a medley of finely chopped vegetables, paired with a savory garlic soy dipping sauce for a flavorful bite. This Asian-inspired dumpling recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs dumpling wrappers, cabbage, shiitake mushrooms for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 24 pieces dumpling wrappers
• 1 cup finely shredded cabbage
• 1/2 cup finely chopped shiitake mushrooms
• 1 small, finely grated carrot
• 2 stalks, finely chopped green onions
• 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp divided soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 cup for steaming water
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1/2 tsp brown sugar

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup finely shredded cabbage, 1/2 cup finely chopped shiitake mushrooms, 1 small finely grated carrot, 2 finely chopped green onions, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1 tbsp vegetable oil. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
2. Step 2: Place a dumpling wrapper on a clean surface. Spoon about 1 tbsp of the vegetable filling into the center of the wrapper. Wet the edges with water and fold to seal, forming a half-moon shape. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
3. Step 3: Fill a large pot with 1 cup water and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Place a steamer basket above the water, lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
4. Step 4: Arrange the dumplings in the steamer basket without touching. Cover and steam for 8-10 minutes until the wrappers become translucent and the filling is tender.
5. Step 5: Meanwhile, prepare the dipping sauce by whisking together 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1/2 tsp brown sugar in a small bowl until sugar dissolves.
6. Step 6: Serve the hot steamed dumplings immediately with the garlic soy dipping sauce on the side.