Crispy Fried Chinese Dumplings Recipe (Liana Cafe House Style)


 Craving authentic Chinese dumplings? This Liana Cafe House-inspired recipe brings the flavors of Seattle's International District straight to your kitchen! These crispy, pan-fried pork dumplings are packed with juicy, seasoned filling and paired with a savory dipping sauce. Perfect for an appetizer, snack, or main dish!

🥢 Homemade Dumplings with Dipping Sauce

Dipping Sauce Ingredients:

  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon seasoned rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped Chinese chives
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 1 teaspoon chili-garlic sauce (such as Sriracha)

Dumpling Ingredients:

  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped Chinese chives
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 ½ tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
  • 50 dumpling wrappers
  • ½ cup vegetable oil (for frying)

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1️⃣ Make the Dipping Sauce

In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, chives, sesame seeds, and chili-garlic sauce. Set aside.

2️⃣ Prepare the Dumpling Filling

In a large bowl, combine ground pork, minced garlic, egg, chives, soy sauce, sesame oil, and ginger. Stir until well-mixed.

3️⃣ Assemble the Dumplings

  1. Lightly flour a work surface and lay out a dumpling wrapper.
  2. Spoon 1 tablespoon of filling into the center.
  3. Wet the edges with water and fold, pleating to seal tightly.
  4. Repeat for the remaining dumplings.

4️⃣ Cook the Dumplings

  1. Heat 1 to 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Arrange 8 to 10 dumplings in the pan and fry for about 2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  3. Add 1 cup of water, cover, and cook for 5 minutes until dumplings are tender and fully cooked.
  4. Repeat for remaining dumplings, adding oil and water as needed.

5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy

Plate your crispy dumplings and serve with the homemade dipping sauce. Enjoy this classic Chinese takeout favorite right from your own kitchen! 🥟🔥


📌 Tips for the Best Dumplings:

✅ Use fresh, high-quality pork for the juiciest filling.
✅ Keep dumpling wrappers covered with a damp cloth to prevent drying.
✅ For extra crispiness, let dumplings fry a few more seconds before adding water.

💬 Loved this recipe? Share it with your friends and family! Let us know in the comments how your homemade dumplings turned out! 😊🍽️

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