Himalayan Yeti's Delight Dumplings with Spiced Yak Meat

Name: Himalayan Yeti's Delight Dumplings with Spiced Yak Meat
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: All-purpose flour; Water; Salt; Ground yak meat; Onion, finely chopped; Garlic, minced; Ginger, grated; Cumin seeds, freshly ground; Coriander powder; Turmeric powder; Salt and pepper to taste; Cooking oil; Fresh cilantro, chopped; Soy sauce; Rice vinegar; Sesame oil; Chili flakes; Green onion, finely sliced; Fresh cilantro leaves; Sliced red chili

Traditional Himalayan dumplings filled with aromatic spiced yak meat

These mouth-watering dumplings are filled with tender yak meat seasoned with a blend of exotic spices, offering a taste of the Himalayas in every bite.

1 h 45 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Dumpling Dough

All-purpose flour

2 cups

Water

1/2 cup

Salt

1/4 tsp

For the Spiced Yak Filling

Ground yak meat

500g

Onion, finely chopped

1 medium

Garlic, minced

2 cloves

Ginger, grated

1-inch piece

Cumin seeds, freshly ground

1 tsp

Coriander powder

1/2 tsp

Turmeric powder

1/4 tsp

Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking oil

2 tbsp

Fresh cilantro, chopped

1/4 cup

For the Dipping Sauce

Soy sauce

1/4 cup

Rice vinegar

1 tbsp

Sesame oil

1 tsp

Chili flakes

1/2 tsp

Green onion, finely sliced

For Garnishing

Fresh cilantro leaves

Sliced red chili

Preparation

Preparing the Dough

Combine dry ingredients

In a bowl, combine the flour and salt.

Form the dough

Gradually add water while mixing, until a smooth dough forms.

Rest the dough

Cover with a damp cloth and let rest for 30 minutes.

Preparing the Yak Filling

Heat oil and sauté aromatics

Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic and ginger.

Cook yak meat

Add yak meat and cook until browned.

Season and finish filling

Mix in cumin seeds, coriander powder, turmeric powder, salt, and pepper; stir well. Add chopped cilantro and remove from heat.

⚠ Ensure the filling is cool before using it in the dumplings. 💡 Roll the dough as thin as possible for a perfect dumpling wrapper.

Cooking Process

Dumpling Assembly

Roll out dough and cut into 3-inch circles. Place a spoonful of filling at the center, fold and pinch the edges to seal.

Steaming the Dumplings

Arrange dumplings in a steamer lined with parchment. Steam over boiling water for 12-15 minutes.

Preparing the Sauce

Mix all sauce ingredients in a small bowl until well combined.

Timing & Heat Guide

Dough resting: 30 min; Cooking: 15 min; Steaming heat: Medium-high.

Plating & Serving