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Vegetarian Steamed Dumplings

Vegetarian Steamed Dumplings
Prep Time
50 min
Cook Time
12 min
Yields
35 - 40 servings

Alton’s steamed dumplings are filled with tofy, grated carrots, Napa cabbage, red pepper, fresh ginger, cilantro and scallions.

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ingredients

½
lb(s) firm tofu
½
cup coarsely grated carrots
½
cup shredded Napa cabbage
2
Tbsp finely chopped red pepper
2
Tbsp finely chopped scallions
2
tsp finely minced fresh ginger
1
Tbsp chopped cilantro leaves
1
Tbsp soy sauce
1
Tbsp hoisin sauce
2
tsp sesame oil
1
egg, lightly beaten
1
tsp kosher salt
¼
tsp freshly ground black pepper
Bowl of water, plus additional water for steamer
35
- 40 wonton wrappers
Non-stick vegetable spray, for the steamer
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directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 200ºF.

Step 2

Cut the tofu in half horizontally and lay between layers of paper towels. Place on a plate, top with another plate, and place a weight on top (a 14-ounce can of vegetables works well). Let stand 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, cut the tofu into 1/4-inch cubes and place in a large mixing bowl. Add the carrots, cabbage, red pepper, scallions, ginger, cilantro, soy sauce, hoisin, sesame oil, egg, salt, and pepper. Lightly stir to combine.

Step 3

To form the dumplings, remove 1 wonton wrapper from the package, covering the others with a damp cloth. Brush the edges of the wrapper lightly with water. Place 1/2 rounded teaspoon of the tofu mixture in the center of the wrapper. Shape as desired. Set on a sheet pan and cover with a damp cloth. Repeat procedure until all of the filling is gone.

Step 4

Using a steaming apparatus of your choice, bring 1/4 to 1/2-inch of water to a simmer over medium heat. Spray the steamer’s surface lightly with the non-stick vegetable spray to prevent sticking. Place as many dumplings as will fit into a steamer, without touching each other. Cover and steam for 10 to 12 minutes over medium heat. Remove the dumplings from the steamer to a heatproof platter and place in oven to keep warm. Repeat until all dumplings are cooked.

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