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Spicy Beef Chili Oil Dumplings

Spicy Beef Chili Oil Dumplings

Savory beef dumplings infused with spicy chili oil, aromatic greens, and umami-rich flavors, offering a bold and satisfying appetizer perfect for sharing.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4 people
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 Rolling Pin
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 large pot
  • 1 Slotted spoon
  • 1 skillet with lid

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 3 green onions finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chili flakes optional
  • 1/4 cup chili oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon green onions chopped

Instructions
 

  • Combine all-purpose flour and salt in a large mixing bowl. Gradually add warm water, stirring until a shaggy dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 6–8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and rest for 30 minutes.
  • Mix ground beef, chopped green onions, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, black pepper, and optional chili flakes in a separate bowl until evenly combined.
  • Roll the rested dough into a cylinder, slice into equal portions, and flatten each into a small disc. Roll out each disc into a thin 3-inch circle.
  • Place a spoonful of filling in each wrapper’s center. Fold and pinch edges tightly to seal. Optionally, shape into rose-like spirals by twisting and sealing the edges.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook dumplings in batches for 4–5 minutes until they float. Alternatively, pan-fry with oil until golden, then steam with water covered until cooked through.
  • Whisk chili oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame seeds, and chopped green onions in a bowl to make the sauce.
  • Toss cooked dumplings with the chili oil sauce until coated and glossy. Garnish with extra sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Adjust chili flakes and oil to desired spice level.
  • Use bread flour for thinner, chewier dough.
  • Try tofu or mushrooms for a vegetarian filling.
  • Freeze uncooked dumplings before storing them long-term.
  • Experiment with various dumpling shapes for presentation.