Meat & Cabbage Filling
Description
This traditional Chinese-style filling combines lean ground pork with fresh, finely chopped Napa cabbage for a perfect balance of meaty richness and vegetal crunch. The mixture is seasoned with aromatic ginger, dry sherry, and soy sauce to create deep, umami-rich flavors that shine through in every bite. It is an essential component for making homemade dumplings or bao buns, offering a versatile base that pairs beautifully with various dipping sauces. Ideal for family gatherings or meal prep, this filling holds together well and cooks evenly, ensuring a juicy and satisfying experience. The technique of mixing the meat with cold water and seasonings ensures the pork remains tender and moist, while the cabbage provides a refreshing texture contrast.Ingredients
Directions
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Finely chop the Chinese cabbage until you have approximately 2 cups of chopped greens.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground pork, cold water, dry sherry, soy sauce, salt, and finely chopped fresh ginger.
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Mix the meat mixture thoroughly by hand or with a spoon until the ingredients are evenly distributed and the mixture becomes slightly sticky.
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Add the chopped Chinese cabbage to the meat mixture.
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Gently fold and mix until the cabbage is thoroughly blended with the pork mixture.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 48
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 338.1kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 19.8g31%
- Saturated Fat 6.6g33%
- Cholesterol 90.8mg31%
- Sodium 14940.3mg623%
- Total Carbohydrate 6.3g3%
- Dietary Fiber 1.7g7%
- Sugars 1.9g
- Protein 32.1g65%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
To assemble dumplings, place about 2 teaspoons of filling into the center of each wrapper.
Fold the edges of the wrapper together to form a half-moon shape.
Pinch and pleat the top edge to seal the dumpling, creating a ruffled edge.
Cook the dumplings according to your preferred method, such as steaming, boiling, or pan-frying.
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