Vietnamese Dumplings with Nuoc Cham Dipping Sauce
Delightful dumplings with a zesty dipping sauce
Enjoy a flavor-packed bite with these fragrant Vietnamese dumplings paired with a tangy Nuoc Cham sauce that brings an authentic touch to your table.
- 1 h 30 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Dumpling Fillings
For the Dumpling Dough
For the Nuoc Cham Dipping Sauce
Preparation
Marinating the Dumpling Fillings
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine ground pork, shrimp, garlic, onion, fish sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper.
Add Green Onions
Add the green onions and mix well until fully combined.
Marinate
Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Preparing the Dumpling Dough
Form the Dough
In a mixing bowl, add all-purpose flour.
Add Water
Gradually pour in hot water while stirring continuously until a dough forms.
Knead and Rest
Knead the dough for 5 minutes until smooth, then rest it for 20 minutes under a damp cloth.
Ensure the dough is not too wet or too dry; adjust with water or flour if necessary. Pro Tip: Marinate for at least an hour for more intense flavors.
Cooking Process
Rolling and Filling
Roll out the dough thinly and cut out circles. Add 1 tbsp of filling to each circle and seal them tightly.
Steaming Dumplings
Steam the dumplings for 10-15 minutes over medium heat until fully cooked.
Preparing Nuoc Cham
In a small bowl, mix fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, garlic, and chili until the sugar dissolves.
Plating & Serving
Vietnamese Dumplings with Nuoc Cham Dipping Sauce
Vietnamese Dumplings with Nuoc Cham Dipping Sauce
Plating & Serving
Arrange dumplings neatly on a platter and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve with a side of Nuoc Cham dipping sauce.