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Low-Carb Shrimp & Pork Dumplings

Prep Time:30 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Keyword: low-carb
Servings: 25 Dumplings

Ingredients

Dumplings

  • Rice paper sheets
  • ½ lb peeled shrimp
  • ½ lb ground pork or use ground turkey if you’re truly dieting
  • 1 cup chopped cabbage
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • ½ tsp ginger
  • ¼ cup green onions
  • 1 whole eggs
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp corn starch
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp MSG
  • ⅛ tsp white pepper
  • Salt to taste

Chili oil sauce

  • 3 tbsp oil
  • 1 tbsp of soy sauce
  • ½ tbsp black vinegar
  • 1 tbsp of water
  • 1 tsp sugar.
  • ½ tsp msg
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp chili flakes
  • 1 tsp minced garlic

Instructions

Mash the Shrimp

  • You can use a food processor, or go the old-school way and smack each shrimp with the flat side of a knife until it turns into a coarse paste. The shrimp should be sticky enough to hold together but still have a little texture.

Get Mixing

  • Place all the ingredients into a mixing bowl and mix thoroughly until everything is evenly combined and the filling becomes slightly sticky.

Taste the Filling

  • Pro tip: Before you start making the wontons, cook a small piece of the filling in a pan and give it a taste. This is the best time to check the seasoning and adjust the salt, pepper, or other ingredients if needed. Once the wontons are wrapped, it's too late!

Time to Fold

  • Cut each rice paper sheet into quarters. Dip one piece into lukewarm water for about 3 seconds, then remove it and let it soften. Use two layers of rice paper.
  • Place a spoonful of filling in the center, then fold and wrap it tightly into a wonton shape.

Get That Skin Crispy

  • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly coat the pan with oil. Place the flat side of each wonton down and sear for about 3 minutes, until the bottom is golden and crispy.
  • Then turn the heat down, add 2 tablespoons of water, and cover with a lid. Let the wontons steam for about 2 minutes.
  • Remove the lid and let any remaining liquid cook off. Make sure the filling reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

Sauce It Up

  • Transfer the crispy wontons to a plate and drizzle with chili oil. Finish with a sprinkle of green onions and sesame seeds. And Ready.