Steamed Pork and Chinese Cabbage Dumplings with Sesame Soy Dipping Sauce

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Delicate dumplings filled with juicy ground pork and finely chopped Chinese cabbage, steamed to tender perfection and served with a savory sesame soy sauce. This chinese ready in about 32 minutes pairs ground pork, Chinese cabbage, green onions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 10 oz ground pork, 1 cup finely chopped Chinese cabbage, 2 finely chopped green onions, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine, and 1/4 tsp white pepper; mix thoroughly until the filling is sticky and well combined.
  2. Step 2: Lay out 30 dumpling wrappers on a clean surface; place about 1 tbsp of filling in the center of each wrapper, then wet the edges with 2 tbsp water using your finger and fold the wrapper into a half-moon shape, sealing tightly and pleating the edges as desired.
  3. Step 3: Arrange the dumplings in a steamer lined with parchment paper or cabbage leaves to prevent sticking, ensuring they do not touch; steam over boiling water for 8-10 minutes until the pork is cooked through and the wrappers are translucent.
  4. Step 4: Meanwhile, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds, and 1 tsp chili oil (optional) in a small bowl to make the dipping sauce.
  5. Step 5: Serve the dumplings hot with the sesame soy dipping sauce on the side for dipping.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Steamed Pork and Chinese Cabbage Dumplings with Sesame Soy Dipping Sauce take to make?

Total time is about 32 minutes (20 min prep + 12 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 Steamed Pork and Chinese Cabbage Dumplings with Sesame Soy Dipping Sauce?

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 Steamed Pork and Chinese Cabbage Dumplings with Sesame Soy Dipping Sauce?

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 Steamed Pork and Chinese Cabbage Dumplings with Sesame Soy Dipping Sauce for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Steamed Pork and Chinese Cabbage Dumplings with Sesame Soy Dipping Sauce?

Chinese chinese 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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