Description
Foolproof recipe for the perfect crispy dumpling skirt that will bring your fresh or frozen dumplings to the next level, and it is super easy to make!
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp cooking oil (any neutral oil)
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tsp all purpose flour
- 1/3 cup water
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch, flour, and 1/3 cup water. Set it aside. (*use 1/2 cup of water if you are using frozen dumplings or if you are using a bigger pan)
- In a nonstick cooking pan, add 2 tbsp of oil and heat over medium high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, arrange the dumplings in a circular pattern (see photo). Make sure they are not touching too closely. Pan fry for a few minutes until the bottoms of the dumplings are golden brown. If you are using frozen dumplings, you may need an extra 2-3 minutes.
- Whisk the prepared slurry/batter again before adding to the pan. Pour the batter around the pan, ensuring it surrounds the dumplings evenly and fills the empty spaces between the dumplings.
- Reduce the heat to medium heat. Cover the pan with a lid and let the dumplings steam for about 5 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Remove the lid and let the batter cook until all the water has evaporated and the skirt turns crispy and golden brown. Turn off the heat.
- Place a large plate on top of the dumplings. Carefully flip the pan over so the crispy skirt is on top. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or chili oil, enjoy!