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Himalayan Yeti's Delight Dumplings with Spiced Yak Meat

Name: Himalayan Yeti's Delight Dumplings with Spiced Yak Meat
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 105 min
Total time: 140 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: All-purpose flour, 2 cups; Water, 1/2 cup; Salt, 1/4 tsp; 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; Soy sauce, 1/4 cup; Rice vinegar, 1 tbsp; Sesame oil, 1 tsp; Chili flakes, 1/2 tsp; Green onion, finely sliced, 1; Fresh cilantro leaves; Sliced red chili

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.

4.1(212 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·November 9, 2025

Himalayan Yeti's Delight Dumplings with Spiced Yak Meat — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

35 min

Cook

1 h 45 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Dumpling Dough

For the Spiced Yak Filling

For the Dipping Sauce

For Garnishing

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 578 kcal
Protein: 35 g
Carbs: 52.25 g
Fat: 25 g
Fiber: 2.25 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2310 kcal
Protein: 140 g
Carbs: 209 g
Fat: 100 g
Fiber: 9 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
All-purpose flour 2 cups	910	25	190	2	6
Water 1/2 cup	0	0	0	0	0
Salt 1/4 tsp	0	0	0	0	0
Ground yak meat 500g	1000	110	0	65	0
Onion, finely chopped 1 medium	44	1	10	0	1
Garlic, minced 2 cloves	8	0	2	0	0
Ginger, grated 1-inch piece	2	0	0	0	0
Cumin seeds, freshly ground 1 tsp	8	0	1	0	1
Coriander powder 1/2 tsp	4	0	1	0	1
Turmeric powder 1/4 tsp	2	0	0	0	0
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Cooking oil 2 tbsp	240	0	0	28	0
Fresh cilantro, chopped 1/4 cup	1	0	0	0	0
Soy sauce 1/4 cup	34	4	3	0	0
Rice vinegar 1 tbsp	3	0	0	0	0
Sesame oil 1 tsp	40	0	0	5	0
Chili flakes 1/2 tsp	2	0	0	0	1
Green onion, finely sliced 1	5	0	1	0	0
Fresh cilantro leaves	1	0	0	0	0
Sliced red chili	6	0	1	0	0

These are estimated nutritional values and not intended as dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Dough

1
Combine dry ingredients
In a bowl, combine the flour and salt.
2
Form the dough
Gradually add water while mixing, until a smooth dough forms.
3
Rest the dough
Cover with a damp cloth and let rest for 30 minutes.

Preparing the Yak Filling

1
Heat oil and sauté aromatics
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic and ginger.
2
Cook yak meat
Add yak meat and cook until browned.
3
Season and finish filling
Mix in cumin seeds, coriander powder, turmeric powder, salt, and pepper; stir well. Add chopped cilantro and remove from heat.
Tip: ⚠ Ensure the filling is cool before using it in the dumplings. 💡 Roll the dough as thin as possible for a perfect dumpling wrapper.

How to Make Himalayan Yeti's Delight Dumplings with Spiced Yak Meat

Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings

1
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.
2
Steaming the Dumplings
Arrange dumplings in a steamer lined with parchment. Steam over boiling water for 12-15 minutes.
3
Preparing the Sauce
Mix all sauce ingredients in a small bowl until well combined.
4
Timing & Heat Guide
Dough resting: 30 min; Cooking: 15 min; Steaming heat: Medium-high.