Classic Chinese Fried Dumplings with Dipping Sauce

Instructions

1. 1

   Finely chop the cabbage and green onions. In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, chopped cabbage, green onions, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

2. 2

   Place a dumpling wrapper on a clean surface. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the filling mixture into the center of the wrapper. Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water, fold it in half, and press the edges together to seal. Repeat with the remaining wrappers and filling.

3. 3

   Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange the dumplings in the skillet, flat side down, and cook until the bottoms are golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.

4. 4

   Carefully add 1/4 cup of water to the skillet and cover immediately. Reduce the heat to medium and steam the dumplings until the water has evaporated and the dumplings are cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chili oil to make the dipping sauce.

6. 6

   Serve the dumplings hot with the dipping sauce on the side.