Deliciously Crispy Fried Vegetable Dumplings Recipe

Who said vegetarian snacks couldn’t be fried? This easy-to-make recipe for fried vegetable dumplings is a quick and delicious way to get a crunchy twist on a classic dish. Enjoy the delightful flavors of vegetables like carrots, mushrooms, and cabbage wrapped in crispy golden dough

Gather Your Ingredients.

To start making these delicious fried vegetable dumplings, grab a bowl and get ready to gather your ingredients! You’ll need: 2 cups of all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon of sugar, ¼ teaspoon salt, 1 cup warm water, 1/4 cup of finely chopped carrots, ¼ cup of finely chopped mushrooms, ¼ cup of shredded cabbage, and 2 tablespoons of oil for frying.

Create the Vegetable Filling.

Begin by adding your chopped carrots, mushrooms, and cabbage to a medium-sized bowl. Toss in the two tablespoons of oil and mix together until all vegetables are thinly coated. Mix together until all vegetables are combined and set aside.

Make the Dumpling Dough

To make the dumpling dough, stir together the 1 cup of all-purpose flour and ¾ cup of cold water in a medium-sized bowl until it forms a cohesive mass. Knead the dough for 5 minutes until it’s smooth before setting aside. Cover with damp towel to prevent it from drying out while you prepare the filling.

Prepare the Dumplings for Frying.

Once the filling is ready and the dough is kneaded, it’s time to shape the dumplings. Working with small sections of dough at a time, roll out each ball into circles about 7 inches in diameter. Place a teaspoon of filling in the middle and fold the edges into pleats around it. Pinch together firmly to seal it shut around the filling. Continue until all dough has been filled and shaped into dumplings.

Fry the Dumplings to Perfection!

When all the dumplings have been shaped, heat a deep skillet of oil over medium-high heat. To check if the temperature is right, drop a small piece of dough into the hot oil. It should sizzle and gently rise to the surface. Working in batches, add 3-4 dumplings to the hot oil using tongs or a slotted spoon, and fry for 2 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer cooked dumplings onto paper towels or paper bag to absorb excess oil, then serve immediately with your favorite sauce!