Crispy Dumplings Garlic Sauce (Printable Version)

Bold crispy beef dumplings tossed in a spicy garlic chili oil with fresh greens.

# Everything You’ll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 - 3/4 cup warm water

→ Filling

04 - 1 pound ground beef
05 - 3 green onions, finely chopped
06 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
08 - 1 tablespoon sesame oil
09 - 1 teaspoon grated ginger
10 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

→ Sauce and Garnish

12 - 1/4 cup chili oil
13 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
14 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
15 - 1 tablespoon honey
16 - 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
17 - 1 tablespoon green onions, chopped

# Steps to Cook:

01 - Combine all-purpose flour and salt in a large bowl. Gradually stir in warm water until a shaggy dough forms. Knead on a lightly floured surface for 6 to 8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a cloth and rest at room temperature for 30 minutes.
02 - In a separate bowl, thoroughly combine ground beef, chopped green onions, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, black pepper, and optional chili flakes.
03 - Roll the rested dough into a cylinder, slice into equal pieces, and flatten each into a small disc. Roll each disc into a thin circle about 3 inches in diameter using a rolling pin.
04 - Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each wrapper. Fold over and pinch edges tightly to seal. Optionally, shape dumplings into rose-like spirals by twisting and sealing the edges.
05 - Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook dumplings in batches for 4 to 5 minutes until they float to the surface. Alternatively, pan-fry in a skillet with oil until golden, then add 1/4 cup water, cover and steam until cooked through.
06 - Whisk together chili oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame seeds, and chopped green onions until well combined.
07 - Transfer cooked dumplings to a bowl, toss with the sauce until glossy, and garnish with extra sesame seeds and green onions. Serve immediately while hot.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Adjust chili flakes and chili oil to control spice intensity. Substitute bread flour for a thinner, chewier dough. For a vegetarian alternative, use crumbled tofu or finely chopped mushrooms and vegetables. Freeze uncooked dumplings in a single layer before storing in freezer bags.