It's easy to make dumplings (potstickers) at home! Thai Dumplings have big flavor and are fun to make. Dip them in yummy, addictive Peanut Sauce.
We love to make a meal out of a plate of dumplings, like our Ultimate Veggie Potstickers. We pair them with a steaming bowl of seasoned Edamame or a crunchy Asian Salad. It's one of our favorite easy weeknight meals. I shared my love of Asian dumplings with Keith years ago, exploring and sampling my favorites in downtown Manhattan. Chinatown is a great destination for dumpling cravings, but there are other places that make my heart beat fast. Most notable is Mimi Cheng's, which is dangerously close to home and certifiably addictive.
Once I learned that Keith could make dumplings (or “potstickers” as he calls them), my world changed. These Thai Chicken Dumplings were inspired by one of my favorite dumpling houses, Rickshaw. I lived close to their Chelsea location for years, and I ate dumplings for dinner once a week. When they closed, I was devastated. I begged Keith to recreate some of our favorites at home. While these aren’t exactly the same as Rickshaw, they are pretty darn good.
These dumplings remind me of Thai Chicken Satay. The peanut flavor really comes through, along with a hint of spice and a punch of ginger. They look just as good as they taste, and they make a great party appetizer. Or, be like us and share a huge plate for dinner.
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Ingredients
for thai dumplings:
- WONTON WRAPPERS: or store bought wonton wraps or round dumpling wraps
- CHICKEN BREAST: skinless, boneless chicken breast
- RED PEPPER: red bell pepper, finely diced
- PEANUTS: salted peanuts or unsalted peanuts, finely chopped
- RED CABBAGE: fresh red cabbage (or green cabbage)
- CILANTRO: fresh cilantro
- GARLIC: fresh garlic cloves, chopped
- SESAME OIL: pure sesame oil
for peanut sauce:
- PEANUT BUTTER: creamy peanut butter works best
- GREEN ONIONS: fresh green onions (scallions), diced
- SESAME OIL: pure sesame oil
- RICE VINEGAR: rice vinegar is sweeter than distilled white vinegar
- SOY SAUCE: soy sauce or tamari
- GARLIC: fresh garlic, chopped
*see recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
- Make Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine red pepper, peanuts, cabbage, cilantro, garlic and sesame oil.
- Chop Chicken: Allow to sit while finely chopping chicken breast (the finer you can chop it the better).
- Combine Ingredients: Add chicken to mixing bowl and combine well.
- Assemble Dumplings: Place 1 tablespoon of mixture in center of wrap and wet the outer edge with a wet finger. Fold wrapper together as instructed on wrapper package.
- Pan Fry: To cook, heat 2 tablespoon vegetable oil in large skillet and place dumplings in pan and cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until lightly browned.
- Steam: Add ¼ C water, cover immediately with lid, and cook for 5-6 minutes to steam dumplings.
- Serve: Serve dumplings garnished with green onions and dipping sauce.
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How to make peanut sauce for dumplings
- Combine peanut butter, sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic together in a mixing bowl and whisk together.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Top tip
if you can't find round dumpling wraps, buy 5" X 5" wonton wrappers and use a 4" biscuit cutter to cut out before folding.
Variations
- Filling: substitute finely chopped ground pork or grilled shrimp for chicken
- Spicy: add chili flakes or more garlic for extra punch.
- Vegetarian: make vegetarian or vegan by using plant-based fillings such as tofu, mushrooms, and various vegetables, and using vegan-friendly wrappers.
Storage
- Make Ahead: Dumplings can be made ahead and refrigerated (or frozen) until you are ready to pan fry them.
- Freeze Dumplings for up to one month after assembly in airtight container.
- To Cook from Frozen: use the same method, however cook in oil for 4-6 minutes then add water, cover and cook 6-8 minutes.
- Refrigerate Leftovers: in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
FAQ
Thai dumplings are a popular appetizer made from a dough wrapper filled with a variety of ingredients such as meat, seafood, and vegetables. They are typically steamed, boiled, or fried and served with dipping sauces.
Yes, Thai dumplings can be made vegetarian or vegan by using plant-based fillings such as tofu, mushrooms, and various vegetables, and using vegan-friendly wrappers.
Yes, Thai dumplings can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for a day or two before cooking. They can also be frozen for longer storage and cooked directly from frozen.
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Thai Dumplings recipe
It's easy to make dumplings (potstickers) at home! Thai Dumplings have big flavor and are fun to make. Dip them in yummy Peanut Sauce.
- Total Time: 40 mins
- Yield: 15-20 dumplings 1x
Ingredients
FOR THE DUMPLINGS:
- 15-20 round dumpling wrappers or wonton wrappers*
- 8 ounces fresh chicken breast
- ¼ C finely diced red pepper
- ¼ C finely chopped peanuts
- ½ C diced red cabbage
- ¼ chopped cilantro
- 1 Tbsp chopped garlic
- 2 tsp sesame oil
FOR THE DIPPING SAUCE:
- 2 Tbsp peanut butter
- 1 Tbsp green onions, diced
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- ¼ C rice vinegar
- 2 Tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tsp chopped garlic
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine red pepper, peanuts, cabbage, cilantro, garlic and sesame oil.
- Allow to sit while finely chopping chicken breast (the finer you can chop it the better).
- Add chicken to mixing bowl and combine well.
- Place 1 tablespoon of mixture in center of wrap and wet the outer edge with a wet finger. Fold wrapper together as instructed on wrapper package.
- To cook, heat 2 tablespoon vegetable oil in large skillet and place dumplings in pan and cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until lightly browned.
- Add ¼ C water, cover immediately with lid, and cook for 5-6 minutes to steam dumplings.
TO MAKE DIPPING SAUCE:
- combine all ingredients in mixing bowl and mix.
- Serve dumplings garnished with green onions and dipping sauce.
Notes
- if you can't find round dumpling wraps, use 5" X 5" wonton wrappers and use a 4" biscuit cutter to cut into round shape.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Asian
Kaia Lampkin says
tasty!
Jackie says
This recipe reminds me of my favorite dumpling house in Manhattan. I want to spread that Peanut Sauce all over everything!