Ice Flower Pan-Fried Dumplings (Personally the Best Way to Make Dumplings!)
🌻I've always wanted to create a recipe for Ice Flower Pan-Fried Dumplings, but kept putting it off because I was too lazy to take pictures. Finally, I did it today!✔ 🌻Ice Flower Pan-Fried Dumplings are, in my opinion, the best way to enjoy dumplings. The golden crispy bottom paired with vinegar is a perfect match for a dumpling lover like me from the south. 🌻It's not difficult at all. You just need a non-stick pan. I've noticed that many friends end up with burnt dumpling bottoms, which could be due to the pan being a bit thin and heating up too quickly. Try lowering the heat, and with a bit of practice, you'll get it right!
Ingredients
Steps
Both frozen and freshly wrapped dumplings work. I used some carrot-filled dumplings I had in the freezer. My mom says the pleats I make on dumplings look like teeth, haha.
Heat a non-stick pan on low heat, add a little oil, and place the dumplings in to pan-fry until the bottoms turn golden yellow. Flip them occasionally to prevent burning.
The tops of frozen dumplings can be hard to cook through. After the bottoms are golden-yellow, flip them and pan-fry the tops as well. This way the whole dumpling will be golden-hued.
While frying, you can prepare the starch water. The ratio is 1:10 for starch to water. Mix well with cold water.
Once the dumplings are neatly arranged in the pan, ensure the heat remains low. If there is excess oil in the pan, you may pour some out before adding the starch water to avoid splattering.
Pour the starch water along the sides of the pan. Cover with a lid and cook on medium heat for about 7-8 minutes.
Move the pan around gently to ensure the crispy bottom cooks evenly. For example, if the right side of the pan dries out faster, turn the pan to balance the cooking. This way, the crispy bottom sets perfectly without one side burning and the other undercooking.
Place a large plate over the dumplings, then carefully and swiftly flip the pan to transfer the dumplings onto the plate. Success, 100%!
This portion is for two people (haha, some friends say it's not enough for two, but for my mom and me, it's just right. If you love dumplings, just make more—it looks even prettier when there's a larger batch).
Look at that beautiful crispy bottom! The crispy bottom adds soul to the dumplings.
With a cup of soy milk and ten dumplings, this is perfection ฅ՞•ﻌ•՞ฅ. You must try it!