Description
Beef and chive dumplings are a deliciously satisfying treat that can elevate any meal, making them perfect for casual lunches or festive gatherings. These tender dumplings are filled with a savory blend of ground beef and fresh Chinese garlic chives, delivering a burst of flavor in every bite. Easy to prepare and versatile in serving options, they can be steamed, pan-fried, or boiled—ideal for sharing with friends or enjoying as a comforting snack. With their impressive taste and appealing presentation, these dumplings are sure to impress anyone who tries them.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (at least 20% fat)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon ginger (grated)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
- 2 cups Chinese garlic chives (chopped)
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- Dumpling wrappers (store-bought or homemade)
- Chili oil or dipping sauce (for serving)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped garlic chives, and seasonings (salt, white pepper, sugar, chicken bouillon powder, oyster sauce, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, sesame oil). Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Place about a tablespoon of the filling in the center of each dumpling wrapper. Moisten the edges with water and fold to seal securely.
- Cook the dumplings by steaming them for about 15 minutes or pan-frying until golden brown on one side and cooked through.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
- Method: Steaming/Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 66
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 122 mg
- Fat: 3 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg