Asian recipe

Romaine Crunch Dumplings

Name: Romaine Crunch Dumplings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 8 large romaine lettuce leaves, chopped into small ribbons; 1/2 cup finely chopped pork or chicken (optional for non-pork versions: use extra chopped mushrooms); 1/4 cup finely minced onion; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 1/2 cup finely chopped water chestnuts (optional for crunch); 20 round dumpling wrappers (or wonton wrappers), about 3 inches; 2 tablespoons neutral oil for brushing; 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry for sealing); Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)

Asian-inspired dumplings featuring romaine lettuce for crisp texture and a savory pork filling. The technique highlights quick-wry sautéed greens, a light wrapper bite, and a touch of sesame for depth. It’s lunch-friendly, pantry-friendly, and leans on romaine’s crunchy core for a unique bite.

Total time

27 min

Prep

15 min

Cook

12 min

Serves

dumplingsromainebeginner-friendlycrunchy

Chef’s Pro Tips

Chill filling 10 minutes to help wrapper sealing.
Use romaine rib pieces for extra crunch in filling.
If wrappers tear, seal with a dab of slurry and pinch firmly.

Serving Suggestions

Pair with a light soy-ginger dipping sauce and steamed jasmine rice on the side.

Storage Instructions

Store assembled dumplings covered in the fridge for up to 1 day; reheat by steaming or pan-frying until heated through.

Nutrition

Estimated, per serving

calories: 230kcal
protein: 12g
Carbs: 26g
fat: 8g

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