Air Fried Pork Dumplings Chili (Printable)

Crispy pork dumplings cooked in air fryer, served with a spicy chili oil for dipping.

# What You Need:

→ Filling

01 - Ground pork, 9 oz
02 - Spring onions, 2 stalks, finely chopped
03 - Garlic cloves, 2, minced
04 - Fresh ginger, 1 tablespoon, grated
05 - Soy sauce, 2 tablespoons
06 - Sesame oil, 1 tablespoon
07 - Shaoxing wine, 1 tablespoon
08 - Sugar, 1 teaspoon
09 - White pepper, 1/2 teaspoon
10 - Napa cabbage, 1/2 cup, finely shredded
11 - Cornstarch, 1 tablespoon

→ Dumplings

12 - Round dumpling wrappers, 24 pieces
13 - Water, for sealing
14 - Cooking spray or vegetable oil, as needed

→ Chili Oil

15 - Chili oil, 4 tablespoons
16 - Soy sauce, 1 tablespoon
17 - Black vinegar, 1 teaspoon
18 - Toasted sesame seeds, 1 teaspoon
19 - Spring onion, 1 teaspoon, finely chopped

# How To Make It:

01 - Combine ground pork, spring onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, Shaoxing wine, sugar, white pepper, napa cabbage, and cornstarch in a mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly until mixture is well combined and slightly sticky.
02 - Place a dumpling wrapper in your palm. Spoon approximately 1 teaspoon of filling into the center of the wrapper.
03 - Dip your finger in water and moisten the edge of the wrapper. Fold in half and pinch edges firmly to seal, creating pleats if desired. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling. Cover completed dumplings with a damp cloth to prevent them from drying out.
04 - Preheat your air fryer to 375°F for 3 minutes.
05 - Lightly spray or brush the dumplings with oil. Arrange them in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overlapping.
06 - Air fry at 375°F for 8 to 10 minutes, turning halfway through cooking, until golden and crispy.
07 - While dumplings cook, combine chili oil, soy sauce, black vinegar, toasted sesame seeds, and spring onion in a small bowl. Mix well.
08 - Transfer hot dumplings to a serving platter. Serve immediately with chili oil on the side for dipping.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Achieves a deep-fried crunch using minimal oil for a lighter alternative.
  • The homemade chili oil dip provides a vibrant, spicy, and tangy kick.
  • Simple assembly and quick air frying make it perfect for appetizers or a light meal.
02 -
  • You can freeze dumplings before cooking; when air frying from frozen, just add 2–3 minutes to the total cooking time.
  • A light, even coat of oil spray is the key to achieving a uniform golden color.
  • Always double-check store-bought wrappers and sauces for allergen information regarding wheat, soy, and sesame.
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