Shrimp Napa Cabbage Dumplings

30m
Serves 6
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Directions

  1. 1Bring a pot of water to a boil.
  2. 2Add napa cabbage leaves into the boiling water until they become bendy.
  3. 3Immediately transfer the blanched cabbage leaves to a bowl of cold water.
  4. 4Dice the green onions, cut the carrots into small pieces, and chop the shrimp into small pieces.
  5. 5In a bowl, combine green onions, carrots, and shrimp, then mix in minced garlic, sesame oil, soy sauce, and black pepper.
  6. 6Lay the soft napa cabbage leaves flat, add the shrimp and veggie mix onto the leaves, and roll them into small dumplings with the filling inside.
  7. 7In a pan on medium-low heat, coated with spray oil, add the cabbage dumplings and let them develop a brown sear on both sides until the shrimp is cooked through.
  8. 8Once ready, transfer the dumplings to a plate.
  9. 9Pour ponzu sauce on top and serve.

Ingredients

  • 6 napa cabbage leaves
  • 1 second spray oil
  • 0.5 medium sized carrot
  • 2 green onion
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 10 oz red Argentine shrimp, raw
  • 0.5 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 3 tbsp ponzu

Equipment

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Tips

  • The filling can be customized.
  • Shrimp is one of the leanest protein sources.
  • Swapping dumpling dough for napa cabbage makes the dish healthier and more satisfying, reducing calories.