Best Easy Pan Fried Chive Dumpling Recipe

Golden pan-fried chive dumplings with crispy bottoms and aromatic filling are a vegetarian favorite. A protein-rich, fresh family snack with bold chive flavor.

Cook 45 min Difficulty NORMAL 195 kcal
#vegetarian #high protein #mediterranean
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • All-purpose flour 1.5 cups
  • Hot water 0.5 cups
  • Fresh Chinese chives 2 cups
  • Firm tofu 7 oz
  • Egg 1 piece
  • Vegetable oil 2 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • Soy sauce 1 tbsp
  • Sesame oil 1 tsp
  • Salt 0.5 tsp
  • White pepper 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 27 g 55%
Protein 10 g 21%
Fat 5 g 24%
Serving size 110g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Combine all-purpose flour and hot water in a bowl, mixing with chopsticks until a shaggy dough forms. Knead for 5–8 minutes until smooth, then cover and let rest for 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Pat tofu dry and crumble into a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out excess moisture. Finely chop Chinese chives.

  3. 3

    In a pan over medium heat, add 1 tsp vegetable oil and briefly sauté chopped chives for 1-2 minutes to soften, then let cool.

  4. 4

    In a bowl, combine tofu, sautéed chives, beaten egg, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and white pepper. Mix well for an even filling.

  5. 5

    Divide rested dough into 16 pieces. Roll each into a 3-inch circle. Spoon 1 tablespoon of filling onto each wrapper; fold and pleat edges to seal.

  6. 6

    Heat remaining vegetable oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high flame. Place dumplings flat-side down and cook for 3 minutes without moving.

  7. 7

    Add 2 tbsp water to the pan, immediately cover, and steam for 4 minutes. Remove the lid and let excess moisture evaporate, cooking 2 minutes more until bottoms are golden and crisp.

  8. 8

    Serve dumplings hot, optionally with additional soy sauce or chili oil for dipping.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient that gives these chive dumplings their signature taste?
Fresh Chinese chives are the star ingredient in this recipe, providing the distinct aromatic flavor that defines these dumplings. When combined with tofu and a touch of sesame oil, the chives create a bold, fresh, and savory filling.
Q. How do I achieve crispy dumpling bottoms while keeping the filling moist?
To ensure crisp bottoms, use medium-high heat to pan-fry the dumplings until the base is golden, then add a small amount of water and cover to steam. This steam-fry technique keeps the filling moist without making the wrappers soggy. Finish uncovered until the water evaporates for perfect crispiness.
Q. How can I prevent the dumpling wrappers from breaking or becoming too chewy?
Let the dough rest after kneading, which relaxes the gluten and prevents toughness. Rolling each piece evenly and keeping the wrappers covered as you work stops them from drying out and cracking during assembly or cooking.
Q. What's the nutritional breakdown per serving for these chive dumplings?
Each serving (110g) provides approximately 195 kcal, with 27g carbohydrate (55% of calories), 10g protein (21% of calories), and 5g fat (24% of calories), making this a well-balanced, protein-rich vegetarian option.
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