Jung Ji-sun's Chinese-Style Traditional Water Dumplings

A traditional northern Chinese-style water dumpling recipe featuring two distinct fillings: a savory pork and chives filling, and a delicate fish and tofu filling.

Ingredients needed 3 servings

Recipe

Cooking tips

  • Do not mix chives into the filling too early, as it may release bitterness or lose freshness—add them only right before final mixing.
  • When using light-colored ingredients like fish fillets, use white pepper instead of black pepper for a cleaner appearance.
  • Always use cold water—not warm—to prepare dumpling wrappers, which results in a firmer, more elastic texture.

Recommended for

  • Those who want to enjoy chewy, hearty homemade Chinese-style water dumplings at home.
  • People looking to enjoy diverse flavors by choosing between meat and fish fillings.

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