Tips
Prepare all dumplings through Step 3. Place in a single layer on a baking sheet. Cover with plastic wrap. Freeze until firm. Transfer to airtight containers. Cover and freeze up to 3 months. Steam for 12 minutes or until done (165°F).
Lemongrass & Ginger Pork
For filling: Combine 1 pound ground pork; 2 thinly sliced green onions; 1 stalk lemongrass, smashed and finely chopped (2 tablespoons); 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger; 2 cloves minced garlic; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; and 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil.For dipping sauce: Stir together 1/2 cup rice vinegar, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 green onions, thinly sliced, and 4 pieces pickled ginger, chopped (optional).
Cilantro-Lime Chicken
For filling: Combine 1 pound ground chicken; 1 poblano chile pepper, stemmed, seeded, and finely chopped; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.For dipping sauce: Blend together 1/2 cup canola oil, 1/4 cup lime juice, 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.Nutrition analysis per serving: 67 calories, 3 g protein, 6 g carbohydrate, 4 g total fat (0 g sat. fat), 8 mg cholesterol, 0 g fiber, 0 g total sugar, 1% Vitamin A, 11% Vitamin C, 30 mg sodium, 0% calcium, 3% iron
Lemon-Basil Veggie
For filling: Combine 2 medium zucchini, shredded and squeezed dry; 4 ounces chopped mushrooms; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil; 2 teaspoons lemon zest; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.For dipping sauce: Blend together 1/2 cup canola oil, 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil, 1/4 cup lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.Nutrition analysis per serving: 55 calories, 1 g protein, 7 g carbohydrate, 3 g total fat (0 g sat. fat), 0 mg cholesterol, 0 g fiber, 0 g total sugar, 1% Vitamin A, 4% Vitamin C, 25 mg sodium, 0% calcium, 2% iron
Shrimp Scampi
For filling: Combine 1 1/2 pounds medium shrimp in shells, peeled, deveined, and very finely chopped; 1/3 cup capers; 2 shallots, finely chopped; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.For dipping sauce: Combine 1/2 cup melted butter, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce, and 2 green onions, thinly sliced.Nutrition analysis per serving: 61 calories, 3 g protein, 6 g carbohydrate, 2 g total fat (1 g sat. fat), 25 mg cholesterol, 0 g fiber, 0 g total sugar, 2% Vitamin A, 1% Vitamin C, 72 mg sodium, 1% calcium, 3% iron
