This week, we’ll be continuing our trip around the world and heading to China! Among the most classic distinctly Chinese dishes is the dumpling. These succulent bites might seem beyond anything that could be created in a dorm, but they’re actually exceptionally easy to make, and they can serve lots of people if you’re looking to have an in the dorm dinner! So for an Asian evening, try out these pork dumplings, or feel free to substitute any meat you prefer!

What You Need (Makes 15 Dumplings—enough for 1 to 2 people if served as a main dish):

• 16-1/2 (3.5 inch square) wonton wrappers
• 5 ounces ground pork
• 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
• 2/3 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon sliced green onion
• 2 teaspoons soy sauce
• 1-1/2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 1/8 egg, beaten
• About 4/5 cup finely shredded Chinese cabbage

What to Do:

1. Combine the pork, ginger, garlic, green onion, soy sauce, sesame oil, egg and cabbage in a large bowl until well-mixed.
2. Scoop a generous tablespoon of the mixture into each wonton skin.
3. Moisten the edges of the skin with water and fold them over to form a triangular shape. Roll/pinch edges slightly to seal in the filling.
4. Set dumplings aside on a lightly floured surface until ready to cook.
5. In a covered steamer, steam the dumplings for 15 to 20 minutes. Serve hot and enjoy!

Credit for this recipe belongs to AllRecipes.com

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