Zhong Dumplings
Chinese Chinese - Sichuan and Regional

Zhong Dumplings

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.

Ingredients

  • • 300g minced pork
  • • 24 round dumpling wrappers
  • • 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine
  • • 1 tsp salt
  • • 2 tbsp Sichuan chili oil with sediment
  • • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • • 1 tbsp chinkiang vinegar
  • • 1 tbsp sugar
  • • 2 cloves garlic, pounded to a paste

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Mix the pork with the Shaoxing wine and salt, then fold each wrapper around a heaping teaspoon of filling.

2
Phase 2

Cook the dumplings in a large pot of boiling water, adding a splash of cold water when they float, until they bob and the wrappers turn translucent.

3
Phase 3

Whisk the chili oil, soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and garlic paste into a deep-red glossy sauce.

4
Phase 4

Toss the drained dumplings in the sauce until each is coated.

5
Phase 5

Mound on a plate and serve warm.