Perfect Texture Vegan Dumpling with great chew (QQ) - Jiao Zi

By WoonHeng · 90 min

Ingredients

Instructions

1. In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, combine the flour and salt. Add the warm water and knead on low speed for 8 to 10 minutes, until a stiff dough forms. Without a mixer, mix flour, salt and water in a bowl until no dry spots remain, then knead by hand until stiff.
2. Cover the bowl tightly and rest the dough for 10 minutes. Then knead on the counter until smooth, return it to the bowl, cover, and rest for 45 minutes.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Fry the ginger until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the carrot and cook for 2 minutes.
4. Add the tofu and cook, turning occasionally, until a brown crust forms, about 3 minutes. Add the edamame and cabbage and stir-fry until the cabbage is slightly soft, 2 to 3 minutes.
5. Season with the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, mushroom seasoning and salt. Cook until most of the liquid evaporates, a minute or two.
6. Pulse the mixture in a food processor 3 to 4 times into a coarse mixture that holds together when squeezed. Transfer to a bowl.
7. Knead the rested dough briefly to remove air bubbles, then divide it into 25 equal pieces and roll each into a ball. Keep unused balls covered with a towel.
8. Flatten a ball into a disc with your palm, then roll it into a circle 3.5 to 4 inches across. Place a spoonful of filling in the center and pleat into a tight seal. No water is needed. Repeat with the rest.
9. Fill a large pot two-thirds full with water and bring to a boil over high heat. Meanwhile, whisk the soy sauce, black vinegar, sesame oil and sugar together until smooth.
10. Once boiling, add a drizzle of oil and as many dumplings as fit in one layer. Gently nudge them so they don't stick. Boil until they float, then cook 1 to 2 minutes more until wrinkled. Lift out with a sieve or slotted spoon and repeat with the rest.
11. Drizzle the sauce over the dumplings. Top with chile oil, chopped cilantro and toasted sesame seeds.

Summarized from WoonHeng's video. Watch it for the details.

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