Crispy Dumplings with Spicy Garlic Chili Oil
These crispy vegan dumplings are pan-fried to golden perfection and drizzled with a bold, aromatic garlic chili oil sauce that’s salty, spicy, and perfectly balanced. A quick weeknight appetizer or snack that feels restaurant-quality but made right at home.
Equipment
- Non-stick skillet with lid
- Mixing bowl
- Small saucepan or heatproof bowl
- Spatula
- measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 15-20 pcs Dumplings frozen or fresh dumplings (vegetable, vegan, or your choice)
For the sauce:
- 3-4 garlic cloves finely minced
- 2-3 green onions chopped
- 2 tbsp cilantro or Thai basil fresh herbs, chopped
- 2-3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp chili flakes adjust to heat preference
- 2 tbsp black vinegar or rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp sugar optional, for balance
- pinch of salt
- 1-2 tbsp neutral oil like avocado or vegetable oil
- 1/3 cup water
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce Base- In a large heatproof bowl, add garlic, green onions, herbs, sesame seeds, chili flakes, soy sauce, vinegar, sesame oil, and sugar.
- Pour Hot Oil- Heat 3–4 tbsp of oil until shimmering. Carefully pour the hot oil over the ingredients in the bowl (you’ll hear a sizzle). Mix well to create a fragrant chili oil sauce.
- Cook the Dumplings- Heat 1–2 tbsp of oil in a nonstick pan over medium heat. Place dumplings in a single layer.- Fry until the bottoms turn golden brown.- Add 1/3 cup water, cover with a lid, and let steam for 5–6 minutes until the dumplings are cooked through and the water evaporates.
- Finish- Once cooked, toss the dumplings in the spicy garlic chili oil sauce until well coated.
- Garnish & Serve- Sprinkle with extra sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot!
Nutrition
Calories: 161kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 0.3mgSodium: 593mgPotassium: 146mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1260IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 2mg