Spinach and Tofu Dumplings

Dumplings are a traditional Chinese food and are often eaten during the Chinese New Year as a symbol of wealth and good luck.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Spinach and Tofu Dumplings

Cooking Method: Pan frying, Steaming Cuisine: Chinese Courses: Appetizer, Dim Sum, Lunch Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 200 gram Spinach
• 200 gram Soft Tofu
• 100 gram Shiitake Mushrooms
• 50 gram Green Onions
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Ginger
• 2 tablespoon Soy Sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon White Pepper
• 24 pieces Wonton Wrappers

Instructions

1. Blanch the spinach in boiling water for 1 minute, then drain and chop finely.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, crumbled tofu, diced shiitake mushrooms, finely chopped green onions, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and white pepper. Mix well.
3. Take a wonton wrapper and place a spoonful of the spinach-tofu mixture in the center. Wet the edges of the wrapper with water, then fold it in half to form a triangle. Press the edges to seal.
4. Repeat the process with the remaining wrappers and filling.
5. Steam the dumplings for 10 minutes, or until cooked through.
6. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add a little oil and pan-fry the steamed dumplings until they turn golden brown on one side.
7. Serve hot with soy sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 2g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.