Half-Moon Dumplings with Spiced Pork and Cabbage

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Pan-fried half-moon shaped dumplings filled with savory pork and crisp cabbage, served with a tangy dipping sauce. This chinese-inspired asian fusion ready in about 35 minutes pairs ground pork, napa cabbage, finely chopped, green onions, thinly sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 6, 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.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 10 min Serves 6 Chinese cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 12 oz ground pork, 1 cup finely chopped napa cabbage, 3 thinly sliced green onions, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
  2. Step 2: Place one dumpling wrapper on a clean surface and spoon about 1 tbsp of the pork mixture into the center. Moisten the edges with water, fold into a half-moon shape, and press edges firmly to seal. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add dumplings in a single layer and cook for 2-3 minutes until bottoms are golden brown.
  4. Step 4: Carefully pour 1/2 cup water into the skillet and immediately cover. Steam dumplings for 5 minutes until water evaporates and filling is cooked through.
  5. Step 5: Mix 2 tbsp rice vinegar and 1 tsp chili oil in a small bowl for dipping. Serve dumplings hot with the sauce.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Half-Moon Dumplings with Spiced Pork and Cabbage take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (25 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Half-Moon Dumplings with Spiced Pork and Cabbage?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground pork from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Moon Dumplings with Spiced Pork and Cabbage?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Half-Moon Dumplings with Spiced Pork and Cabbage for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Half-Moon Dumplings with Spiced Pork and Cabbage?

Chinese asian fusion like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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