Description: These Irish bacon and cabbage dumplings offer a delightful twist on traditional dumplings, combining the rich flavor of Irish bacon with the freshness of finely shredded cabbage and aromatic garlic. Serve these dumplings with a tangy dipping sauce for a tasty appetizer or main dish.
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Serving Size: Makes approximately 24 dumplings
Ingredients:
Dumplings
- 1 cup cooked Irish bacon, finely chopped
- 1 cup finely shredded cabbage
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 24 dumpling wrappers
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for pan-frying)
Dipping sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Irish stout
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked Irish bacon, finely shredded cabbage, minced garlic, and soy sauce. Mix well to combine.
- Place a small spoonful of the filling mixture in the center of each dumpling wrapper.
- Moisten the edges of the dumpling wrapper with water, then fold and pleat the edges to seal the dumplings securely. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
- To steam the dumplings: Arrange the filled dumplings in a single layer in a steamer basket lined with parchment paper. Steam over boiling water for 10-12 minutes, or until the wrappers are translucent and the filling is cooked through.
- To pan-fry the dumplings: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Arrange the filled dumplings in the skillet in a single layer, leaving space between each dumpling. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the bottoms are golden brown. Carefully add 1/4 cup of water to the skillet and cover with a lid. Allow the dumplings to steam for 4-5 minutes, or until the water has evaporated and the filling is cooked through.
- While the dumplings are cooking, prepare the dipping sauce by combining soy sauce, rice vinegar, and Irish stout in a small bowl. Stir well to combine.
- Serve the Irish bacon and cabbage dumplings hot, with the dipping sauce on the side.
- Enjoy these flavorful dumplings as a delicious appetizer or main dish, perfect for sharing with family and friends!