Sweet and Savory Walnut Jiaozi
Sweet and Savory Walnut Jiaozi is a delicious Chinese dumpling recipe that combines the sweetness of walnuts with savory flavors. This dish is perfect for those who love the taste of sweet and savory dishes. The recipe is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of walnuts
- 1/4 cup of brown sugar
- 1/4 cup of soy sauce
- 1/4 cup of rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup of water
- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 1 package of dumpling wrappers
Serving:
This recipe makes about 20-25 dumplings, depending on the size of the wrappers. Serve the Sweet and Savory Walnut Jiaozi as an appetizer or a main dish. You can also serve it with a dipping sauce of your choice.
Cooking Tips:
- Toast the walnuts in a dry pan before chopping them for a nuttier flavor.
- Make sure to seal the edges of the dumplings tightly to prevent the filling from leaking out.
- Steam the dumplings for about 10-12 minutes or until they are cooked through.
Cooking Process:
1. In a food processor, pulse the walnuts until they are finely chopped.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, water, sesame oil, and cornstarch.
3. Add the chopped walnuts to the bowl and mix well.
4. Place a small spoonful of the filling in the center of a dumpling wrapper.
5. Wet the edges of the wrapper with water and fold it in half, pressing the edges together to seal.
6. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.
7. Steam the dumplings for about 10-12 minutes or until they are cooked through.
8. Serve hot with a dipping sauce of your choice.
Appearance and Taste:
The Sweet and Savory Walnut Jiaozi is a beautiful dish with a golden brown color and a slightly crispy texture on the outside. The filling is a perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors, with the nuttiness of the walnuts shining through. The dumplings are soft and chewy, making them a delight to eat.
Type of Dish: Appetizer, Dumplings
Main Ingredients: Walnuts, Soy Sauce, Dumpling Wrappers
